Bearish for Gold
Fed Hike Odds Pressuring Gold
Stable
Steady attention in Gold coverage, without a clear trend.
Updated 14 October 2026
The bearish argument: Market analysts note that rising odds of Federal Reserve rate hikes create downward pressure on gold, as higher borrowing costs reduce the appeal of non-yielding assets. Sources indicate that markets are pricing in elevated probabilities of future rate increases, which weighs on precious metals.
How attention has changed
0% of Gold coverage
Rolling 3-day share · as of 14 Oct 2026
This measures attention in published coverage, not the likelihood of a price move.
| Date | Share of coverage |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-15 | 1.7% |
| 2026-09-16 | 1% |
| 2026-09-17 | 0.6% |
| 2026-09-18 | 5.8% |
| 2026-09-19 | 4.2% |
| 2026-09-20 | 4.4% |
| 2026-09-21 | 0% |
| 2026-09-22 | 1.4% |
| 2026-09-23 | 0.9% |
| 2026-09-24 | 1.5% |
| 2026-09-25 | 0.7% |
| 2026-09-26 | 1.6% |
| 2026-09-27 | 1.3% |
| 2026-09-28 | 1.6% |
| 2026-09-29 | 1.9% |
| 2026-09-30 | 2.3% |
| 2026-10-01 | 2.4% |
| 2026-10-02 | 1.7% |
| 2026-10-03 | 0.9% |
| 2026-10-04 | 0% |
| 2026-10-05 | 0% |
| 2026-10-06 | 0% |
| 2026-10-07 | 2.8% |
| 2026-10-08 | 3.2% |
| 2026-10-09 | 4.2% |
| 2026-10-10 | 1.9% |
| 2026-10-11 | 1.4% |
| 2026-10-12 | 0% |
| 2026-10-13 | 0% |
| 2026-10-14 | 0% |
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The argument and its evidence
Several outlets can carry the same argument; no single article is its origin. Read each one in its own context.
Recent coverage
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The Economic Times · Published 8 Oct 2026
Gold rate today (October 8, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k gold jewellery prices from Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, Tanishq & IBJA in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad & more citie
In coverage record: 9 Oct 2026
“gold is likely to trade with a downward bias, as higher oil prices, a strong dollar and Fed hike bets keep pressure on prices.”
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CNBC TV18 · Published 8 Oct 2026
Gold steady near ₹1.49 lakh per 10 grams on MCX; silver under pressur: Key levels to watch
In coverage record: 9 Oct 2026
“markets continue to price in a relatively low probability of a rate hike in October but a much higher probability of another hike in December”
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The Financial Express · Published 7 Oct 2026
Gold tumbles toward $4,000, silver sinks below $60: what is pulling precious metals down?
In coverage record: 8 Oct 2026
“they still price in an over 80% chance of a December rate hike.”
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The Economic Times · Published 7 Oct 2026
Gold prices dip Rs 1,500/10 grams; silver down Rs 1,600/kg ahead of Fed minutes. Key levels to track
In coverage record: 8 Oct 2026
“Gold and silver prices opened lower on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) on Wednesday as investors awaited minutes from the US Federal Reserve's September meeting for clues on whether policymakers continue to favour further interest rate increases.”
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Earlier coverage
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The Economic Times · Published 6 Oct 2026
Gold steady as firm dollar counters softer US rate-hike bets
In coverage record: 7 Oct 2026
“Rising interest rates increase the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding gold.”
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OilPrice · Published 6 Oct 2026
The World’s Gold Producers Are Starting to Hoard Their Own Gold
In coverage record: 7 Oct 2026
“when cash suddenly offers a very large positive real return, the opportunity cost becomes difficult to ignore”
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Business Today · Published 6 Oct 2026
Gold, silver outlook: Key support, resistance levels; triggers to watch
In coverage record: 7 Oct 2026
“the market has seen profit booking at higher levels, which has kept prices under pressure in the near term”
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The Economic Times · Published 30 Sep 2026
Why is silver price falling today? Precious metal set for a monthly decline
In coverage record: 1 Oct 2026
“Higher oil prices and the increased probability of further US rate hikes being priced in by market participants are the main drivers behind gold's recent weakness.”
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India TV News · Published 29 Sep 2026
Gold almost flat after Monday's sharp break, silver opens gap
In coverage record: 30 Sep 2026
“Precious metal futures remained under pressure on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, a day after a sharp break amid interest-rate-hike speculation ahead of US economic data this week.”
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The Economic Times · Published 29 Sep 2026
Why is silver price down today?
In coverage record: 30 Sep 2026
“the increased probability of further US rate hikes being priced in by market participants are the main drivers behind gold's recent weakness”
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The Economic Times · Published 28 Sep 2026
Why are oil prices up today?
In coverage record: 29 Sep 2026
“Higher oil prices and the increased probability of further US rate hikes being priced in by market participants are the main drivers behind gold's recent weakness.”
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Business Standard · Published 28 Sep 2026
Gold, silver ETFs tumble up to 4% as precious metals melt on rising yields
In coverage record: 29 Sep 2026
“A spike in bond yields and the increased possibility of US Federal Reserve rate hikes pulled gold and silver prices in domestic and global markets.”
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Business Standard · Published 25 Sep 2026
Gold, silver rebound on buying at lower levels despite rate concerns
In coverage record: 26 Sep 2026
“A stronger dollar and elevated US bond yields are also putting pressure on gold. Both factors reduce the attractiveness of non-interest-bearing assets such as gold.”
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CNBC TV18 · Published 23 Sep 2026
MCX gold falls to ₹1.52 lakh per 10 grams, silver also under pressure
In coverage record: 24 Sep 2026
“higher yields reducing the relative appeal of non-interest-bearing assets such as gold”
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Deccan Chronicle · Published 21 Sep 2026
Gold, Silver Prices Fall In Futures Trade
In coverage record: 22 Sep 2026
“amid weaker demand and a reduction in bets by participants”
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India TV News · Published 17 Sep 2026
Gold falls nearly Rs 2k, silver down 2% on MCX after Fed rate hike
In coverage record: 18 Sep 2026
“This rise in interest has tended to pressure gold prices by increasing the appeal of interest-bearing assets.”
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The Economic Times · Published 17 Sep 2026
Gold ticks up from near six-week low as investors weigh Fed outlook
In coverage record: 18 Sep 2026
“Rising interest rates tend to pressure gold by increasing the appeal of interest-bearing assets.”
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The Economic Times · Published 17 Sep 2026
Gold rate today (September 17, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k gold jewellery prices from Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, Tanishq & IBJA in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad & more ci
In coverage record: 18 Sep 2026
“Gold and silver prices weakened after the US Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time since 2023, with officials signalling one more hike this year amid persistently high inflation.”
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Livemint · Published 17 Sep 2026
Gold, silver prices today, 17 September: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
In coverage record: 18 Sep 2026
“Gold and silver prices remained in focus today after the US Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, taking the target range to 3.75%-4%.”
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CNBC TV18 · Published 17 Sep 2026
Gold, silver slip after Fed hike; another rate increase signalled. What it means for bullion
In coverage record: 18 Sep 2026
“Higher interest rates and bond yields can weigh on gold and silver because they do not generate interest income. Higher yields can increase the opportunity cost of holding precious metals.”
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Livemint · Published 17 Sep 2026
‘1% or less’: Trump demands rate cut after US Fed raises interest rates for first time since 2023
In coverage record: 18 Sep 2026
“The Fed's interest rate hike may pressure gold prices as higher rates make interest-bearing assets more attractive, potentially diverting investment away from non-yielding assets like gold.”
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The Economic Times · Published 14 Sep 2026
Gold, silver prices retreat as oil prices surge, inflation and rate-hike concerns mount
In coverage record: 15 Sep 2026
“Although gold is typically seen as an inflation hedge, higher interest rates tend to reduce the appeal of non-yielding bullion. The upcoming Fed policy decision could keep gold under pressure, with the possibility of a rate hike or hawkish commentary from the Fed chair.”
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Moneycontrol · Published 11 Sep 2026
Gold and silver price today, September 11: Check rates of 24K, 22K gold in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata other cities
In coverage record: 12 Sep 2026
“gold is likely to remain under pressure at higher levels amid a stronger dollar and expectations of rate hikes”
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The Economic Times · Published 11 Sep 2026
Gold lingers near one-week low ahead of US CPI data
In coverage record: 12 Sep 2026
“As U.S. rate hike expectations firmed up, gold prices remained near a one-week low. Despite gold being known as an inflation hedge, rising interest rates often pressure the metal, which offers no yield.”
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Hindustan Times · Published 8 Sep 2026
Gold price today: Why gold is falling as oil rises and Fed rate hike bets grow
In coverage record: 9 Sep 2026
“Higher interest rates usually make gold less attractive. Gold does not pay interest or a regular yield, so investors may prefer interest-bearing assets when rates rise.”
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Deccan Chronicle · Published 7 Sep 2026
Gold, Silver Prices To Correct As Fed Rate Hike Expectations Become Strong
In coverage record: 8 Sep 2026
“This would be negative for precious metals – gold and silver. In the anticipation of rate hike, gold prices slid below $4400 per ounce on Monday and silver closer to $65.50 per ounce.”
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Livemint · Published 7 Sep 2026
Gold and silver prices: Rates drop on MCX amid weak global cues; strong U.S. jobs data fuel US Fed rate hike chatter
In coverage record: 8 Sep 2026
“US gold futures for the December series declined 0.75% to $4,436.49 per troy ounce amid a mild uptick in the dollar index.”
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Crypto News · Published 4 Sep 2026
Trump pushes Fed on rates after 162,000-job gain
In coverage record: 5 Sep 2026
“U.S. Treasury yields rose after the release, with the policy-sensitive two-year yield gaining five basis points to 4.38%. The 10-year yield moved one basis point higher to 4.776%, while the dollar index added 0.2% and gold fell 1.2%.”
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Moneycontrol · Published 1 Sep 2026
Asian bonds under pressure as oil extends advance
In coverage record: 2 Sep 2026
“Rising rates are a headwind for the non-yielding metal, which still gained about 9.7% in August.”
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Forbes · Published 1 Sep 2026
Gold Price Continues Decline Amid Interest Rate Hike Expectations
In coverage record: 2 Sep 2026
“The price of gold declined again Tuesday morning, another consecutive day of loss after the metal hit a 15-week high in late August as expectations the Federal Reserve will soon raise interest rates, which typically depresses metals prices, grow.”
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Times of India · Published 1 Sep 2026
Gold price prediction today: Will gold trade with bearish bias? Check September 1, 2026 outlook
In coverage record: 2 Sep 2026
“Probability of the Fed hiking rates in its September 16 FOMC meeting stands at 66% as compared to 41% seen a week ago.”
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Barchart · Published 31 Aug 2026
Gold Holds 100 DMA After Selloff! Silver $67, Hike Odds Jump to 62% | Metals Minute Phil Streible
In coverage record: 1 Sep 2026
“Hike Odds Jump to 62%”
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