Blog posts of '2026' 'July'

Is gold's losing streak over?

Gold regained momentum at the end of last week, with spot prices posting a weekly gain of more than 2% on Friday and snapping a four-week losing streak. The move followed weaker-than-expected U.S. job growth data, which reduced expectations for additional rate hikes and helped restore interest in physical gold as a portfolio diversifier.

Investors are now betting on a 56% chance of a rate increase in September, down from more than 60% before the report was released, according to the CME FedWatch tool.

When economic data points to slowing growth and a less aggressive rate path, gold often returns to the conversation as a hedge against inflation, currency uncertainty, and broader market volatility. 

Gold's 3-4% YTD dip follows an aggressive early-year rally.

Think of this pullback as a "coiling of the spring" for gold. As it trades sideways after a major rally, the market can shake out weak speculators, achieve price equilibrium, and rebuild a solid technical base. This pause creates structural strength, allowing gold to gather energy for its next breakout. This process passes gold into the hands of long-term structural investors (such as institutional buyers and central banks), making future upward movements far more stable and robust.

Long consolidation periods like this are not only common, but necessary over the course of a long term gold bull market. In this environment, pullbacks are a chance to average in at a better entry point before the spring releases and spot prices into the next major bullish phase.

This is one reason many investors continue to view physical gold as a practical tool for financial resilience. Gold has historically served as a store of value during periods of uncertainty, and renewed strength should suggest that underlying fundamentals remain intact.

At ASI, we encourage investors to stay focused on long-term fundamentals rather than short-term market noise. A disciplined approach to buying physical gold during periods of weakness can help align metal mix decisions with broader financial goals while preserving flexibility for the future.

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