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CommoditiesMedium•25 June 2026•

1 min read

Gold Edges Higher but Remains Pressured by Fed Rate-Hike Expectations, Strong Dollar

Key Facts

1Gold edged higher in early Asian trade but remains under pressure from Fed rate-hike expectations and a strong dollar.

2Asian currencies consolidated against the dollar in early trade but may be weighed by Fed rate-hike expectations that enhance the appeal of U.S. dollar-denominated fixed-income assets.

In a reflection of the ongoing dominance of U.S. monetary policy expectations, gold edged higher in early Asian trade on Friday but remains under pressure from Fed rate-hike expectations and a strong dollar. Asian currencies are consolidating against the dollar in early trade, as the prospect of further rate increases enhances the appeal of dollar-denominated fixed-income assets, potentially weighing on emerging-market currencies.

These moves follow the Federal Reserve's hawkish tone at its latest meeting, which boosted the dollar and pushed investors away from non-yielding assets like gold. Recent data showed continued strength in the U.S. labor market, with initial jobless claims falling to 226,000 (week ending June 18), supporting the case for further rate hikes.

Investors are watching upcoming U.S. economic data, including the personal consumption expenditures price index, to gauge the rate path. Meanwhile, emerging-market central bank decisions, such as the Philippine rate hold at 4.75%, may provide some support for Asian currencies, but the overall trend remains tied to the dollar's strength and the Fed's stance.