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17 Jun 2026, 18:44 UTC · 1h ago

Gold drops below $4,300/oz as Fed votes 12-0 in favor of rate hold, but nearly half of policymakers see a rate hike in 2026

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Nearly half of FOMC policymakers (9 of 19) now expect a rate hike in 2026, compared to zero policymakers three months ago. — A sharp pivot toward expected future rate hikes increases the cost of carry for non-yielding assets like gold and tightens financial conditions.
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Six FOMC members believe a single quarter-point rate hike in 2026 will be insufficient to return inflation to the 2% target. — This suggests a higher potential ceiling for future rates, increasing the risk of a more aggressive tightening cycle.
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The Federal Reserve unanimously voted 12-0 to maintain the federal funds rate at 3-1/2 to 3-3/4 percent. — The move was aligned with market consensus and therefore already priced in.
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