Gold Tilts Lower as Iran Impasse Continues to Fan Rate-Hike Bets
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Gold may face pressure when higher energy prices increase expectations for further Federal Reserve rate hikes, since higher yields can reduce the appeal of an asset that does not pay interest. Retail investors may need to consider how changing rate expectations affect their gold holdings, bond funds, and other investments. How have you adjusted your portfolio when inflation and rate-hike expectations increased?