Comex Gold Price Slides Amid Silver Decline

Gold futures on the COMEX closed ↓ 1.4% on Tuesday, marking the second decline in three sessions, while silver slipped ↓ 2.5%, its third loss in four days.

Comex Gold Price Trends

The market reaction follows a tightening of US Treasury yields and a modest rebound in the Reuters US dollar index. Analysts at Bloomberg note that inventory draws at the New York Mercantile Exchange have accelerated, pressuring spot prices.

“The downward pressure on precious metals is likely to persist until macro data provide a clearer inflation outlook,” said a senior trader.

The recent pandemic-induced demand shift appears to be waning, as industrial consumption stabilizes. Investors may pivot toward yield‑bearing assets if the trend continues.

Reported by: Vance Sterling

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