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EBC Markets Briefing | Bad week for bullion with US tariffs challenged

Gold prices declined for a fourth consecutive session as risk sentiment improved. The metal had already shown weakness after Brussels said it would accelerate negotiations with Washington.

A federal court ruled Wednesday that Trump exceeded his authority with his reciprocal tariffs, dealing a blow to a major tenet of his economic agenda which has been roiling global markets. The judges do not see a clear connection between emergency and tariffs in place. The Trump administration swiftly appealed the ruling Wednesday to the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Implementing tariffs typically requires congressional approval, but Trump chose to declare a national economic emergency to bypass it. Washington is having trade talks with several countries. Trump's pivot to champion Nippon Steel bid to buy US Steel raises the prospect of fresh positive momentum for Japan. The Asian country tariffs bears the brunt of car tariffs. Chinese gold imports hit an 11-month high in April as prices continued to surge to record levels. This came in the wake of the PBoC raising gold import quotas to meet surging demand.

A head and shoulders top pattern bodes ill for bullion's rally. A push below $3,230 is more likely than not as Nvidia's earnings beat could also dent safe-haven demand. EBC Wealth Management Expertise Disclaimer: This material is for general information purposes only and is not intended as (and should not be considered to be) financial, investment or other advice on which reliance should be placed. No opinion given in the material constitutes a recommendation by EBC Group Corporate News or the author that any particular investment, security, transaction or investment strategy is suitable for any specific person.

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2025-05-29 07:45:46 (GMT)

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EBC Markets Briefing | ​Bad week for bullion with US tariffs challenged

EBC Markets Briefing | Bad week for bullion with US tariffs challenged