Gold futures finish higher on Fed rate cut bets

15 Mar 2025 Evaluate
Gold futures finished higher on Friday, kindled by the softness in dollar and on safe haven appeal amidst jitters over global trade war. In the latest escalation, US President Donald Trump warned of a 200% tariff on European wine and other alcoholic beverages after the EU imposed a 50% tax on American whiskey exports. Additionally, recent PPI and CPI numbers spurred optimism for more Fed interest rate cuts boosting the appeal of non-yielding gold. Strong ETF demand and sustained central bank buying, with China extending its purchases for a fourth consecutive month also buoyed the precious metal. The yellow metal for the most active contract rose nearly 3% for the week.

Gold futures for April delivery rose by $9.80 or 0.32% to settle at $3,001.10 ounce on the Comex division of the New York Mercantile. While, spot gold down by $5.02 or 0.17% to settle at $2,984.16 an ounce

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