The current gold price chart shows strong support at the 34 EMA and 89 EMA, both of which are converging to form a key support area. This, combined with better-than-expected US retail sales data, suggests that the US economy is gaining some strength, which could support the dollar. However, weaker-than-expected retail sales could prompt the Fed to cut rates more aggressively later in the year. This creates a favorable environment for gold, as investment in gold tends to increase in low-interest rates. The gold market could react positively if the Fed cuts rates next week, easing selling pressure and potentially supporting gold prices to rise again.
