Gold prices decline amid Middle East tensions and Federal Reserve policy shifts

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Global gold prices have experienced downward pressure as traders evaluate geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the impact of monetary policy shifts. Spot gold prices fell 0.3% to $4,362.60 per ounce, while US gold futures declined 0.6% to $4,400.20. Market participants are closely monitoring the Federal Reserve's recent quarter-point interest rate hike and potential future tightening cycles, which can reduce gold's appeal relative to yield-bearing assets.

In Egypt, the local gold market has seen fluctuations. On September 21, 21-karat gold was trading at approximately 6,385 EGP per gram. By September 22, prices for 21-karat gold adjusted to approximately 6,330 EGP per gram. The Egyptian market remains sensitive to both global ounce prices and the US Dollar's exchange rate against the Egyptian Pound.

In India, gold and silver prices also showed volatility. On September 22, 24-karat gold prices in various cities reached levels around ₹1,53,000 to ₹1,54,900 per 10 grams, with silver trading near ₹2,39,000 to ₹2,50,000 per kilogram depending on the region.

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[● 2 SOURCES] The US Dollar in Egypt fell to 52.01 EGP for selling and 51.91 EGP for buying. www.almashhad.news
[● 4 SOURCES] Gold continues to receive strong support from official sector demand. ch23.com · libya24.tv · almanartv.com.lb · almanar.com.lb
[● 3 SOURCES] Gold prices are being influenced by potential global monetary tightening cycles. ch23.com · libya24.tv · almanartv.com.lb
[● 4 SOURCES] US gold futures declined 0.6% to $4,400.20. ch23.com · libya24.tv · almanartv.com.lb · almanar.com.lb
[● 4 SOURCES] In Egypt, 21-karat gold was trading at approximately 6,385 EGP per gram. www.almashhad.news
[● 4 SOURCES] Gold spot prices fell 0.3% to $4,362.60 per ounce. ch23.com · libya24.tv · almanartv.com.lb · almanar.com.lb
[● 4 SOURCES] Traders are assessing Middle East developments and their impact on inflation and interest rates. ch23.com · libya24.tv · almanartv.com.lb · almanar.com.lb
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Federal Reserve recently raised interest rates by a quarter percentage point. www.sadanews.ps
[● 2 SOURCES] In Egypt, 21-karat gold was trading at approximately 6,330 EGP per gram on September 22. www.bnokonline.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] In Egypt, 21-karat gold was trading at approximately 6,385 EGP per gram on September 21. www.almashhad.news
[○ 1 SOURCE] The US Federal Reserve raised interest rates by a quarter percentage point during its September meeting. www.sadanews.ps