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Dollar Weakens, Gold Rallies as Softer CPI Meets Geopolitical Risks

Published: 15 July 2026,08:41

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Key Takeaways:

*The US dollar weakened after softer-than-expected June CPI reduced expectations of an immediate Federal Reserve rate hike.

*Gold surged over 2% as lower Treasury yields and a weaker dollar boosted demand for the non-yielding precious metal.

*Headline CPI slowed to 3.5% YoY while core CPI eased to 2.6%, reinforcing expectations that the Fed may pause in July.

Market Summary:

The US dollar and gold traded in opposite directions following a softer-than-expected June US inflation report, which significantly reduced expectations of an immediate Federal Reserve rate hike. Headline CPI fell 0.4% month-on-month, the largest monthly decline since 2020, while annual inflation slowed to 3.5% from 4.2%, with core CPI easing to 2.6%. The weaker inflation data pushed Treasury yields and the US Dollar Index (DXY) lower, lifting gold more than 2% as the weaker dollar and lower real yields increased the appeal of the non-yielding precious metal.

However, the initial market reaction faded as investors shifted their focus back to escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The United States launched another wave of strikes against Iranian military targets, reinstated its naval blockade of Iranian ports, and expanded sanctions targeting Iran’s oil shipping network, while Iran continued attacks near the Strait of Hormuz. The renewed conflict drove crude oil prices to one-month highs, reviving concerns that higher energy prices could fuel inflation and delay any meaningful shift toward easier monetary policy.

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh reinforced this cautious outlook by stating that the Fed has “no tolerance” for persistently elevated inflation, stressing that one softer CPI report is insufficient to declare victory over inflation. Although traders sharply reduced expectations for a July rate hike, markets continue to price the possibility of another rate increase later this year if rising oil prices reignite inflationary pressures. This has limited the US dollar’s downside through safe-haven demand while simultaneously capping gold’s upside despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.

Looking ahead, investors will closely monitor the US Producer Price Index (PPI), further comments from Fed officials, and developments surrounding the US-Iran conflict. Softer inflation data could extend dollar weakness and support gold, while sustained oil price gains and escalating geopolitical risks may strengthen safe-haven demand for the dollar and keep gold trading in a volatile range as markets weigh inflation risks against risk-off sentiment.

Technical Analysis

Dollar Index, H4:

The U.S. Dollar Index remains in a short-term recovery, but the latest price action shows signs of losing momentum after failing to sustain a break above the 101.10 resistance. Price has formed a lower high around 101.20, followed by a bearish rejection as highlighted on your chart, and is now testing the ascending trendline that has supported the recovery since early June.

Momentum indicators have turned less constructive. The RSI has fallen to around 44, slipping below its moving average and remaining under the neutral 50 level, indicating weakening bullish momentum. Meanwhile, the MACD has completed a bearish crossover below the signal line, with the histogram turning negative, suggesting downside momentum is beginning to build after the recent rally. Overall, the near-term outlook has shifted to neutral-to-bearish.

Resistance Levels: 101.85, 103.15

Support Levels: 100.65, 100.10

Gold, H4:

Gold remains in a medium-term downtrend, continuing to trade beneath the descending trendline that has capped price action since late May. Despite several recovery attempts, sellers have consistently defended lower highs, while the recent rebound from the 3,975–4,005 demand zone has so far lacked the momentum needed to reverse the prevailing bearish structure.

Momentum indicators remain mixed but suggest that bearish pressure is easing. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) has recovered to around 43, climbing above its moving average after rebounding from oversold territory. Although this indicates improving momentum, the RSI remains below the neutral 50 level, suggesting buyers have yet to establish full control. Meanwhile, the Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) is attempting to stabilize. The histogram has turned slightly positive, while the MACD line is trying to cross above the signal line, pointing to weakening downside momentum and the potential for a short-term recovery. Overall, the technical outlook remains cautiously bearish, with early signs that downside momentum is fading.

Resistance Levels:4045.00, 4100.00

Support Levels: 3975.00, 3935.00

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