Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the significant drop in gold prices, influenced by rumors of new tariffs on gold bars imported into the U.S. and the upcoming U.S. inflation data that could impact Federal Reserve interest rate decisions [2][5]. Group 1: Gold Market Reaction - On August 11, both gold futures and spot prices fell sharply, with London gold down over 1.5% and COMEX gold down over 2.6% [3][4]. - The price of London gold was reported at 3346.170, down 52.409, or -1.54%, while COMEX gold was at 3399.9, down 91.4, or -2.62% [4]. Group 2: Tariff Rumors and Market Impact - The drop in gold prices followed reports of the U.S. government imposing tariffs on imported gold bars, which initially caused COMEX gold to reach a new high on August 8 [4]. - A subsequent report from Bloomberg indicated that the White House planned to clarify the tariff situation, which could help stabilize the market and reduce confusion regarding gold import tariffs [4]. Group 3: U.S. Economic Indicators - Market focus has shifted to upcoming U.S. inflation data, with expectations that higher-than-expected inflation could hinder the recent upward trend in U.S. stock markets [5]. - The CME "FedWatch" tool indicated a 90.7% probability of a 25 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September, with various probabilities for future rate cuts [5].
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