Gold Shows Bullish Momentum with $3,440 Target Amid USD Weakness
Gold (XAUUSD) has shifted decisively into bullish territory after breaching the critical $3,357 pivot, now eyeing $3,440 as weaker U.S. economic data pressures the dollar. Jobless claims exceeding expectations (228K vs. 221K) and a soft Manufacturing PMI (52.7 vs. 52.9) have fueled bets on Fed easing, enhancing gold's appeal as both a SAFE haven and inflation hedge.
The metal's weekly trajectory hinges on upcoming Flash Services PMI data, with sustained USD weakness likely to propel prices higher. Traders are advised to monitor $3,357 as a key support level, while institutional flows suggest growing allocation to hard assets amid macroeconomic uncertainty.