Gold Retreats from Records as Geopolitical Risks Ease

Gold prices declined 1.2% to $2,645 per ounce, pulling back from record highs of $2,685 as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East showed signs of easing. The precious metal's safe-haven appeal diminished following diplomatic progress, while a stronger US dollar added selling pressure. The DXY index rose 0.4% to 103.20, making dollar-priced gold more expensive for international buyers. Risk-on sentiment returned to markets, with equities gaining and volatility indices dropping 8%. Technical analysis shows gold finding support at the $2,630 level (previous resistance turned support), while the next major support sits at $2,600. RSI indicators have cooled from overbought territory above 75 to a more neutral 62. Currency traders note the correlation between gold weakness and USD strength, particularly impacting commodity-linked currencies like CAD and AUD.