Core Viewpoint - The gold futures market saw a significant increase, with April 2026 gold prices rising by $59.9 to close at $5,107.8 per ounce, reflecting a 1.19% increase, driven by ongoing geopolitical tensions and strong safe-haven demand [1] Group 1: Employment Data Impact - The U.S. Labor Department reported a non-farm employment increase of 130,000 in January, significantly above the consensus expectation of 70,000 and the previous month's 50,000 [1] - The unemployment rate for January was reported at 4.3%, slightly lower than the previous month's 4.4% [1] - Following the employment data release, the U.S. dollar strengthened, leading to a decrease in the likelihood of a Federal Reserve rate cut in March, dropping to below 15% [1] Group 2: Precious Metals Market Dynamics - Despite the strong employment report and a rising dollar, the precious metals market maintained most of its overnight gains, indicating robust demand for gold and silver [1] - On the same day, silver futures for March delivery rose by 350.5 cents, closing at $84.085 per ounce, marking a 4.35% increase [1] - Analysts suggest that the price movements in gold and silver reflect solid underlying demand factors, including safe-haven buying, accumulation behavior, and central bank purchases of gold [1]
无惧非农冲击 纽约金价11日震荡续涨1.19%
Xin Hua Cai Jing·2026-02-12 02:21