- Gold prices hit a six week low on March 20 2026 as the US dollar strengthened and interest rates remained elevated
- The Federal Reserve maintained rates at 3.50 to 3.75 percent during its March 18 meeting while signaling only one potential rate cut for the year
- Market analysts report a shift toward hawkish sentiment following an inflation shock linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East
- Technical resistance for gold has shifted lower with experts noting a volatile consolidation phase after a strong start to the year
- Central bank demand remains a structural support for the metal with J.P. Morgan projecting continued accumulation throughout 2026
Spot gold prices drop to six week low amid hawkish Federal Reserve sentiment
Mar 20, 2026, 2:19:06 PM UTC(6 hours ago)
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From:@DeItaone
SPOT GOLD FALLS OVER 1% TO $4,582.55/OZ