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Fed enters a 'Goldilocks' scenario as jobs cool down — gold is breaking out to the upside

A cooling job market means the Federal Reserve will likely hold off on raising interest rates, creating a perfect environment for gold. Gold is already holding its recent gains as the dollar weakens.

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Gold thrives when interest rates stop climbing because it doesn't pay a yield, making it more attractive compared to bonds. With TD Securities calling the current environment a 'goldilocks situation' for the Fed, the central bank has an excuse to pause rate hikes. This macro shift weakens the dollar and directly supports the bullish momentum gold has built over the last few days.

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