EUR\/USD Approaches Daily Highs<\/p>\n
Gold Remains Under Pressure<\/p>\n
The housing market is showing tentative signs of stabilizing, which is a noteworthy development. Mortgage applications are still declining, but the rate of that decline has slowed considerably from -1.8% to -0.3%. Looking back at how 30-year mortgage rates surged past 7% in 2023, this moderation suggests the market may be finding a floor, even with rates still elevated.<\/p>\n
For currency traders, the British Pound is showing resilience despite softer UK inflation data. The market seems to believe the Bank of England will maintain its firm stance, holding GBP\/USD steady near 1.3360. This suggests that for now, interest rate differentials are a more powerful driver for the pound than a single soft inflation reading.<\/p>\n
Gold is at a critical juncture, testing the $4,000 per ounce level. The primary pressure is coming from rising US Treasury yields, with the 10-year Treasury yield recently hitting 4.9%, its highest since 2024. Traders should watch this inverse relationship closely, as a cooler-than-expected US inflation report could send yields lower and push gold decisively back above this key psychological level.<\/p>\n
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