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Gold prices fell as Brent crude oil prices advanced above $90 a barrel, with several U.S. Federal Reserve policymakers indicating potential interest rate hikes.

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Who
U.S. Federal Reserve policymakers
What
Gold prices fell as Brent crude oil prices advanced above $90 a barrel, with several U.S. Federal Reserve policymakers indicating potential interest rate hikes.
When
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:40:38 GMT · 20h 47m ago
Where
Middle East ·
Why
Escalation in the Middle East war pushed oil prices higher, increasing inflation concerns and prompting Fed policymakers to signal potential rate hikes.
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Rising oil prices and inflation concerns are influencing U.S. monetary policy discussions, with potential interest rate hikes being considered by the Federal Reserve.

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  1. Economics20h 15m ago
    Gold prices extended losses, falling below $4,010 an ounce, while silver prices edged higher.
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    Gold prices fell as Brent crude oil prices advanced above $90 a barrel, with several U.S. Federal Reserve policymakers indicating potential interest rate hikes.

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