
August 21, 2026
Article from Yahoo Finance by Fiona Craig
Article Synopsis
Gold has remained above $4,500 an ounce as a weaker U.S. dollar and lower Treasury yields boost demand for the precious metal. The U.S. Treasury’s decision to increase buybacks of longer-term government bonds has helped ease borrowing costs and further supported gold prices. With gold on track for a third consecutive weekly gain, investors are also watching inflation, Federal Reserve policy, and rising geopolitical risks for clues about the metal’s next move.






