The latest FOMC decision has given markets another important signal.

The Fed increased rates by 25bps to 3.75% to 4.00%, with all policymakers supporting the move. More importantly, 16 of 18 officials see at least one more rate hike before the end of 2026.

This keeps the pressure on $GOLD, as higher interest rates can make non yielding assets less attractive.

Now, oil prices and upcoming CPI data are key areas to watch. Persistent inflation could support a tighter Fed policy, while weaker inflation may change expectations.

For gold, the next move could depend heavily on how the inflation story develops.

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