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Archived · 1 August 2026
Metals · GOLD
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62% bullish — 62% of the articles that took a side on Gold argued Gold higher, articles published 25–31 July.
Gold · 62% bullish. 62% of the articles that took a side on Gold argued Gold higher, articles published 25–31 July.
| Date | Bullish share (%) |
|---|---|
| 2026-07-26 | 60 |
| 2026-07-27 | 63 |
| 2026-07-28 | 71 |
| 2026-07-29 | 61 |
| 2026-07-30 | 52 |
| 2026-07-31 | 58 |
| 2026-08-01 | 62 |
| Date | Bullish share (%) |
|---|---|
| 2026-07-03 | 29 |
| 2026-07-04 | 40 |
| 2026-07-05 | 39 |
| 2026-07-06 | 42 |
| 2026-07-07 | 45 |
| 2026-07-08 | 52 |
| 2026-07-09 | 56 |
| 2026-07-10 | 52 |
| 2026-07-11 | 45 |
| 2026-07-12 | 45 |
| 2026-07-13 | 41 |
| 2026-07-14 | 37 |
| 2026-07-15 | 39 |
| 2026-07-16 | 38 |
| 2026-07-17 | 35 |
| 2026-07-18 | 32 |
| 2026-07-19 | 31 |
| 2026-07-20 | 32 |
| 2026-07-21 | 37 |
| 2026-07-22 | 45 |
| 2026-07-23 | 60 |
| 2026-07-24 | 61 |
| 2026-07-25 | 58 |
| 2026-07-26 | 60 |
| 2026-07-27 | 63 |
| 2026-07-28 | 71 |
| 2026-07-29 | 61 |
| 2026-07-30 | 52 |
| 2026-07-31 | 58 |
| 2026-08-01 | 62 |
Each point measures the previous seven days of directional articles. It describes coverage, not the probability of a rise in Gold’s price.Articles published from 25 to 31 July, scored the following mornings.
What mattered · 1 August 2026
Gold's mood just cooled sharply — a rising U.S. dollar is grabbing headlines and pushing the optimism from last week's rally out of the conversation.
What changed
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How Gold’s narratives are evolving
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Featured
6 featured narratives · Selected highlights across the lifecycle
Rising Gold Demand Amid Uncertainty
Share of coverage
5.3%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
The increase in gold prices indicates growing demand in the market.
Fed Rate Pressure on Gold
Share of coverage
1.3%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Expectations that the Federal Reserve may keep interest rates elevated will limit upside potential for precious metals prices.
Middle East Tensions Gold Haven
Share of coverage
3.6%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
Middle East geopolitical tensions, including drone attacks, are attracting investor interest and supporting gold as a safe-haven asset
Gold Rally Amid Dollar Weakness
Share of coverage
3.8%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
Worries over rising coronavirus cases are boosting demand for gold as a safe-haven asset.
Emerging
4 emerging narratives · Gaining attention from a low base
Middle East Tensions Gold Haven
Share of coverage
3.6%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
Middle East geopolitical tensions, including drone attacks, are attracting investor interest and supporting gold as a safe-haven asset
Fed Decision Gold Demand Pause
Share of coverage
1.9%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Uncertainty and caution ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy decision is suppressing fresh buying interest in precious metals
ASX Gold Stocks Profit-Taking Pressure
Share of coverage
—
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
The pressure on gold prices is negatively impacting ASX gold stocks.
Gold Downtrend Dollar Yield Pressure
Share of coverage
—
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Gold's recent rebound is a temporary technical bounce within a broader downtrend that began in January
Accelerating
9 accelerating narratives · Already visible and gaining attention
Fading
9 fading narratives · Losing attention
Gold Safe Haven Rotation Out
Share of coverage
2.3%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Gold is under pressure as investors shift focus from safe havens to riskier assets amid stimulus hopes.
Fed Rate Pressure on Gold
Share of coverage
1.3%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Expectations that the Federal Reserve may keep interest rates elevated will limit upside potential for precious metals prices.
Central Bank Gold Reserve Accumulation
Share of coverage
0.7%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
The Caribbean geopolitical situation will boost global central banks' drive to increase gold's share in their forex reserve holdings.
Geopolitical Uncertainty Gold Safe Haven
Share of coverage
0.5%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
Geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty from the Delta variant of Covid-19 are supportive factors for a gold price rally.
AI Inflation Pressures Gold Bearish
Share of coverage
0.4%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Broader price pressures from strong AI-related investment, supply chain constraints, and adverse weather disruptions remain inflationary headwinds despite lower crude oil prices
Middle East Ceasefire Gold Impact
Share of coverage
—
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
The outcome of ceasefire negotiations in the Middle East will influence gold prices.
Mideast Conflict Inflation Rate Pressure
Share of coverage
—
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Escalating Middle East conflict will keep energy prices elevated, driving inflation higher and prompting the Federal Reserve to maintain higher interest rates for longer
Oil Shock Pressures Gold Demand
Share of coverage
—
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Elevated oil prices due to the prolonged Iran conflict are pressuring gold prices.
Rising Bond Yields Pressure Gold
Share of coverage
—
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
The rise of 10-year bond yields is pushing gold prices lower.
Steady
12 steady narratives · Holding a steady share of attention
Rising Gold Demand Amid Uncertainty
Share of coverage
5.3%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
The increase in gold prices indicates growing demand in the market.
Gold Rally Amid Dollar Weakness
Share of coverage
3.8%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
Worries over rising coronavirus cases are boosting demand for gold as a safe-haven asset.
AI Stock Bubble Gold Hedge
Share of coverage
2%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
Concerns about an AI-driven stock rally failing to meet growth expectations are leading investors to seek gold as a hedge.
Fed September Rate Hike Pressure
Share of coverage
1.9%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Market expectations of a September Fed rate hike signal tightening monetary policy ahead, which could pressure gold prices despite current safe-haven demand
Gold Safe-Haven Catalyst Deficit
Share of coverage
1.5%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
Geopolitical tensions and peace negotiations create a risk-on environment that supports precious metals demand
Gold Selloff on Iran Tensions
Share of coverage
1.1%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Geopolitical tensions are contributing to market uncertainty, affecting precious metal prices.
US-Iran Nuclear Deal Progress
Share of coverage
1.1%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Positive progress in US-Iran nuclear negotiations will reduce safe-haven demand for gold and pressure prices lower
Israel-Iran Oil Risk Gold Bid
Share of coverage
1%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
The potential for an Israeli assault on Iran's oil infrastructure is supporting precious metals like gold.
Treasury Yields Pressuring Gold Prices
Share of coverage
0.9%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Rising US Treasury yields, driven by inflation concerns and potential Fed rate hikes, are creating headwinds for gold prices.
Gold Resilience Amid Dollar Weakness
Share of coverage
0.5%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
International gold prices are showing slight resilience despite local declines.
Gold Safe-Haven Narrative Breakdown
Share of coverage
0.4%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
The international market's slight decrease in gold prices may indicate potential volatility ahead.
Local Gold Profit-Taking Pressure
Share of coverage
0.4%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Stable global gold prices may not be sufficient to support local market prices.
21 more narratives are Quiet (0.5% or less of Gold’s coverage over the last seven days) and appear in the full list.
Why Quiet is common: most narratives are not written about in a given week. A narrative needs more than 0.5% of the asset’s coverage over seven days to be anything but Quiet, and at least three articles in a week to be called Emerging, Accelerating or Fading.
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