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Markets Balance Fed Signals and Global Risks
Global markets are navigating a delicate balance between Federal Reserve policy expectations and evolving geopolitical developments. Gold consolidates below the $5,200 mark as the Fed’s steady outlook offsets lingering global risks, while Silver attempts to extend modest gains. Meanwhile, WTI crude slips toward $65.00 as the continuation of US-Iran talks reduces immediate supply concerns. In FX markets, NZD/USD approaches the 0.6000 handle on shifting Fed expectations, while EUR/JPY retreats following Tokyo inflation data, highlighting the cross-currents between monetary policy and regional economic signals.