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Dollar Index & Gold

This is where I collect my notes on the US Dollar Index and its pull on gold. When DXY strengthens or weakens, I explain how that shift is showing up on my XAU/USD charts and what it means for the levels I am trading around.

My XAU/USD dashboard with dollar, 10Y yield and oil data, 7 October 2026

Gold Market Analysis

Market Analysis #42: Gold Tests $4,130 | 7 Oct 2026

Gold slips toward $4,130 as the dollar firms and yields hold near five-year highs ahead of today's FOMC minutes. I break down the key levels and scenarios for 7 October.

2026-10-07

My gold briefing infographic for 25 September: bearish Fed, yields and dollar pressures against bullish ETF and PBOC support

Gold Market Analysis

Market Analysis #34: Gold Steadies Near $4,280 | 25 Sep 2026

Gold steadies near $4,280 after a weekly loss above 2%, as Fed hike bets and 5% yields keep the dollar firm. My key levels and outlook for 25 September.

2026-09-25

Gold outlook graphic showing the Fed, a firm dollar, oil and a falling XAU/USD chart

Gold Market Analysis

Market Analysis #31: Gold Slips to $4,318 | 22 Sep 2026

Gold slips toward $4,315 as a firm dollar and hawkish Fed pricing weigh on XAU/USD ahead of today's Williams, Jefferson and Barkin speeches. Full levels inside.

2026-09-22