The Gold market, commonly traded as XAU/USD (XAUUSD), represents the price of one troy ounce of gold quoted in U.S. dollars. Gold is one of the world's most traded assets and is widely regarded as a safe-haven instrument during periods of economic uncertainty, inflation, and geopolitical tensions.
The price of Gold (XAU/USD) is influenced by Federal Reserve policy, interest rates, inflation expectations, central bank demand, U.S. dollar strength, and global risk sentiment. Due to its high volatility and strong reaction to macroeconomic events, XAUUSD remains one of the most popular instruments among traders and investors.
This page provides Gold (XAU/USD) forecasts, technical analysis, economic calendar events, key support and resistance levels, forward points, margin data, market statistics, and regularly updated trading insights.
The most active and liquid window for trading XAUUSD is the overlap between the London and New York sessions — roughly 13:00 to 17:00 UTC. During this period, trading volume peaks and spreads are typically tightest. The highest volatility occurs around major U.S. data releases: Nonfarm Payrolls (first Friday of each month), CPI inflation reports, and Federal Reserve interest rate decisions.
Gold (XAU/USD)
The price of Gold (XAU/USD) is influenced by Federal Reserve policy, interest rates, inflation expectations, central bank demand, U.S. dollar strength, and global risk sentiment. Due to its high volatility and strong reaction to macroeconomic events, XAUUSD remains one of the most popular instruments among traders and investors.
This page provides Gold (XAU/USD) forecasts, technical analysis, economic calendar events, key support and resistance levels, forward points, margin data, market statistics, and regularly updated trading insights.
Trading Specifications GOLD
ℹ INFO
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Symbol | XAU/USD (XAUUSD) |
| Asset Class | Precious Metals / Spot Gold |
| Contract Size | 100 troy ounces |
| Min. Price Increment | $0.01 (1 pip) |
| Dollar Value per Pip | $1.00 |
| Trading Hours | 23:00–22:00 UTC, Monday–Friday |
| Most Active Trading Period | 13:00–17:00 UTC (London–New York session overlap) |
| Key Market Drivers | Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP), CPI inflation, Federal Reserve decisions, and the U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) |
| Correlation | Generally inversely correlated with the U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) and U.S. real yields |
Forward Points
GCZ26 (Dec '26)
Dec 2026
8.69 pips
GCG27 (Feb '27)
Feb 2027
40.59 pips
GCV27 (Oct '27)
Oct 2027
159.39 pips
GCM28 (Jun '28)
Jun 2028
280.09 pips
Marginal Data GOLD
Margin
$20180
2026-11-02
Point Cost
$1.00
per 1 pp
Points
20180 pp
margin / cost
Economic Calendar (High Impact Events) GOLD
Current Week (02.11–08.11)
| Time | Event | Cur. | Actual | Forecast | Prev. | Eff. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02.11 18:00 | ISM Manufacturing PMI | USD | 54.7 | 54.5 | — | |
| 03.11 18:00 | JOLTS Job Openings | USD | 6.779 M | 7.079 M | — | |
| 04.11 16:15 | ADP Nonfarm Employment Change | USD | 64 K | 90 K | — | |
| 04.11 18:00 | ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI | USD | 55.2 | 54.9 | — | |
| 04.11 18:30 | EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change | USD | -2.481 M | -1.892 M | — | |
| 05.11 16:30 | Initial Jobless Claims | USD | — | |||
| 06.11 16:30 | Unemployment Rate | USD | 4.2% | 4.2% | — |
🎯 Key Levels (Pivot Points) GOLD
R3
4134.2
4134.2
R2
4080.41
4080.41
R1
3977.98
3977.98
Pivot
3924.19
3924.19
S1
3821.76
3821.76
S2
3767.97
3767.97
S3
3665.54
3665.54
🔴 Close (3875.55) below Pivot (3924.19). Bears in control on Open 02.11.2026
Latest Analysis Threads GOLD
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- XAUUSD Analysis for September 16, 202616.09.2026
- Gold Forecast for September 11, 202611.09.2026
Latest News GOLD
Gold struggles to build on recovery from YTD low beyond $3,900 as Fed hike bets cap gains [02.11.2026]
Gold (XAU/USD) kicks off the new week on a positive note, snapping a two-day losing streak and reversing part of Friday's heavy losses to sub-$3,900 levels, or its lowest since October 2025.
India Gold price today: Gold rises, according to FXStreet data [02.11.2026]
Gold prices rose in India on Monday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.
Gold rebounds to near $3,900 despite inflation worries [02.11.2026]
Gold price (XAU/USD) recovers some lost ground to near $3,895 during the early Asian trading hours on Monday. The precious metal edges higher after falling to its lowest level of $3,870 in the previous session.
Gold breaks $3,886 floor to new YTD low as Fed hawks press on [30.10.2026]
Gold (XAU/USD) tanked to a new year-to-date (YTD) low of $3,880 on Friday, clearing the $3,900 threshold for the first time since October of last year. The Greenback and US Treasury yields edged higher, while risk appetite deteriorated and hawkish Fed rhetoric pushed prices lower.
Tech Implodes, Defensives and Biotech Hit All-Time Highs, and Gold Breaks Down to 52W Lows! [30.10.2026]
Friday's session is a violent flight to quality (SOXX -8%, INTC worst day in 50 years, VXX +9%, GLD at a 52-week low) while XLP, XLE, XLV, and IBB simultaneously hit all-time highs, confirming rotation not distribution. GLD breaking its safe-haven playbook on a risk-off day is the defining anomaly; the 750 put wall at 150K OI and IV running above realized vol say the options market is hedging for more next week.
Gold price slumps to one-year low, silver price breaks $50 as mining stocks tank [30.10.2026]
Bullion is headed for its worst October since 2008, dragging down gold and silver producers as much as 8% on Friday.
Perseus Mining secures backup power for Nyanzaga gold project [30.10.2026]
A 28-generator system aims to keep operations running safely as the Tanzanian project targets first production in 2027.
FAQ GOLD
What is XAU/USD (XAUUSD)?
XAU/USD, also known as XAUUSD or simply Gold, is the price of one troy ounce of gold quoted in U.S. dollars. It is one of the most actively traded instruments in the global financial markets, valued for its liquidity, volatility, and role as a hedge against inflation and economic instability.
Why does Gold price go up or down?
Gold rises when investors seek safety during economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, or rising inflation — and when the U.S. dollar weakens or the Federal Reserve signals lower interest rates. Gold falls when the dollar strengthens, bond yields climb, or risk appetite returns and investors rotate into equities. In short: fear and inflation push Gold up; growth and strong yields push it down.
Why does Gold move opposite to the U.S. dollar?
Gold is priced in U.S. dollars globally. When the dollar strengthens, the same ounce of Gold becomes more expensive for foreign buyers, which reduces demand and pushes the price lower. When the dollar weakens, Gold becomes cheaper internationally, demand rises, and prices tend to follow. This inverse relationship makes the DXY (U.S. Dollar Index) one of the most watched indicators for Gold traders.
Is Gold a safe-haven asset?
Yes. Gold is widely considered one of the most reliable safe-haven assets. During stock market crashes, banking crises, wars, or periods of high inflation, investors historically move capital into Gold to preserve value. Unlike currencies or bonds, Gold carries no counterparty risk and cannot be printed by any central bank.
What is the best time to trade XAUUSD?
The most active and liquid window for trading XAUUSD is the overlap between the London and New York sessions — roughly 13:00 to 17:00 UTC. During this period, trading volume peaks and spreads are typically tightest. The highest volatility occurs around major U.S. data releases: Nonfarm Payrolls (first Friday of each month), CPI inflation reports, and Federal Reserve interest rate decisions.
What influences Gold prices the most?
The main drivers of Gold prices are: Federal Reserve monetary policy and interest rate expectations; U.S. dollar strength (DXY); real yields on U.S. Treasury bonds; inflation data (CPI); central bank gold purchases (Russia, China, India are major buyers); and geopolitical risk. Of these, Fed policy and real yields tend to have the strongest short-term impact on XAUUSD price movements.
Can technical analysis be used to trade Gold?
Yes, and Gold responds well to technical analysis. Key tools traders use on XAUUSD include: support and resistance levels, moving averages (50-day and 200-day MA are widely followed), RSI to identify overbought or oversold conditions, and Fibonacci retracement levels for pullback entries. That said, major fundamental events - Fed decisions, CPI prints, geopolitical shocks — can override any technical setup instantly, so always combine TA with awareness of the economic calendar.
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