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Gold Dec '16 (GCZ16)

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Gold Futures Market News and Commentary

Dollar Weakens on Yen Strength and a Larger US Trade Deficit

The dollar index (DXY00) Friday fell by -0.09%.  Strength in the yen Friday undercut the dollar after Japanese Finance Minister Kato warned about excessive moves in the forex market after the yen tumbled to a 5-month low against the dollar on Thursday.  The dollar fell to its low on Friday after the US Nov trade deficit was wider than expected, a negative factor for Q4 GDP.  However, the dollar recovered from its worst levels after Friday’s stock selloff, which boosted liquidity demand for the dollar.

The US Nov trade deficit widened to -$102.9 billion from -$98.3 billion in Oct, a larger deficit than expectations of -$101.2 billion.

US Nov wholesale inventories unexpectedly fell -0.2% m/m versus expectations of a +0.1% m/m increase. Nov retail inventories rose +0.3% m/m, right on expectations.

The markets are discounting the chances at 11% for a -25 bp rate cut at the January 28-29 FOMC meeting.

EUR/USD (^EURUSD) Friday rose by +0.03%.  The euro Friday poste... Read more

Contract Specifications

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Contract
Gold 100-oz
Contract Size
100 fine troy ounces
Tick Size
0.10 (10 cents) per troy ounce ($10.00 per contract)
Trading Hours
5:00p.m. - 4:00p.m. (Sun-Fri) (RTH 7:20a.m. - 12:30p.m.) (Settles 12:30p.m.) CST
Exchange
COMEX
Point Value
$100
Margin/Maintenance
$12,650/11,500
First Notice Date
11/30/16
Expiration Date
12/28/16 (expired)

Seasonal Chart

Gold Dec '16
Average Price Chart for 5 Prior Dec Contracts

Commitment of Traders Positions as of Dec 17, 2024

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Commercials - Long / Short
61,012 (-5,013)
346,245 (-16,651)
Non-Commercials - Long / Short
302,978 (-21,354)
40,937 (-7,809)
Producers - Long / Short
9,971 (-1,233)
82,426 (+4,777)
Swap Dealers - Long / Short
32,522 (-790)
245,300 (-18,438)
Managed Money - Long / Short
201,880 (-16,602)
18,378 (-4,026)
Other Reportables - Long / Short
101,098 (-4,752)
22,559 (-3,783)
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Price Performance

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Period Period Low Period High Performance
1-Month
1,123.9 +1.38%
on 12/15/16
1,194.8 -4.64%
on 11/29/16
-51.4 (-4.32%)
since 11/28/16
3-Month
1,123.9 +1.38%
on 12/15/16
1,338.3 -14.86%
on 11/09/16
-184.3 (-13.92%)
since 09/28/16
52-Week
1,063.1 +7.18%
on 12/30/15
1,384.4 -17.70%
on 07/06/16
+66.5 (+6.20%)
since 12/28/15

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Dollar Weakens on Yen Strength and a Larger US Trade Deficit

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Friday fell by -0.09%. Strength in the yen Friday undercut the dollar after Japanese Finance Minister Kato warned about excessive moves in the forex market after the yen tumbled...

DXY00 : 107.998s (-0.12%)
GCG25 : 2,631.9s (-0.83%)
SIH25 : 29.968s (-1.39%)
^USDJPY : 157.852 (-0.08%)
^EURUSD : 1.04265 (+0.05%)
Dollar Falls on Yen Strength and a Larger US Trade Deficit

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.06%. Strength in the yen today is undercutting the dollar after Japanese Finance Minister Kato warned about excessive moves in the forex market after the...

DXY00 : 107.998s (-0.12%)
GCG25 : 2,631.9s (-0.83%)
SIH25 : 29.968s (-1.39%)
^USDJPY : 157.852 (-0.08%)
^EURUSD : 1.04265 (+0.05%)
Precious Metals Weaken Overnight on Holiday Volume

Precious metals soften overnight on light holiday volume. Phil Streible breaks down key levels and what’s next in today’s Metals Minute—don’t miss it!

Dollar Weakens on Mixed US Labor Market News

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Thursday fell by -0.13% in thin holiday trade. An increase in US weekly continuing unemployment claims to a 3-year high raised concerns about labor market strength and weighed...

DXY00 : 107.998s (-0.12%)
GCG25 : 2,631.9s (-0.83%)
SIH25 : 29.968s (-1.39%)
^USDJPY : 157.852 (-0.08%)
^EURUSD : 1.04265 (+0.05%)
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Dollar Supported by Higher Bond Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.02%. The dollar today recovered from overnight losses and is slightly higher. The dollar’s interest rate differentials have strengthened today and are boosting...

DXY00 : 107.998s (-0.12%)
GCG25 : 2,631.9s (-0.83%)
SIH25 : 29.968s (-1.39%)
^USDJPY : 157.852 (-0.08%)
^EURUSD : 1.04265 (+0.05%)
Precious Metals Continue to Rally- What to Watch in 2025

Precious metals keep the rally alive! Phil Streible highlights key levels and what to watch as we head into 2025 in today’s Metals Minute. Tune in!

Gold Stocks’ Remain Exceptionally Weak Even as Stocks Rise

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Dollar Sees Support From Higher T-note Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Tuesday rose by +0.20%, extending Monday's gain of +0.39% and recovering a bit farther after last Friday's -0.73% decline. The dollar saw support from improved US interest...

DXY00 : 107.998s (-0.12%)
GCG25 : 2,631.9s (-0.83%)
SIH25 : 29.968s (-1.39%)
^USDJPY : 157.852 (-0.08%)
^EURUSD : 1.04265 (+0.05%)

Key Turning Points

3rd Resistance Point N/A
2nd Resistance Point 1,142.7
1st Resistance Point 1,141.1
Last Price 1,139.4s
1st Support Level 1,137.9
2nd Support Level 1,136.3
3rd Support Level N/A

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52-Week High 1,384.4
Fibonacci 61.8% 1,261.7
Fibonacci 50% 1,223.8
Fibonacci 38.2% 1,185.8
Last Price 1,139.4s
52-Week Low 1,063.1

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