Gold Near Two-Year Low; Oil Around Eight-Month Low

Gold Near Two-Year Low; Oil Around Eight-Month Low

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The video discusses the current trends in gold and oil markets, highlighting the volatility ahead of the Federal Reserve's rate decision. It covers predictions on gold prices, with some experts expecting a rally while others foresee a drop due to rising real yields and a stronger US dollar. The video also examines the oil market, noting the potential impact of the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve releases and Saudi Arabia's stance on excess supply.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected impact of the Federal Reserve rate decision on the gold market?

No change in gold prices

A decrease in oil prices

A major drop in gold prices

A rally in gold prices

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to UBS, what could cause gold prices to slip back to $1500 an ounce?

A weaker U.S. dollar

A decrease in real yields

A stronger U.S. dollar and rising real yields

Increased demand for gold

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the general sentiment among industry experts regarding gold prices by the end of the year?

Prices will remain stable

Prices will exceed $2000

Prices will hit $1800

Prices will fall below $1500

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What additional factor is influencing the oil market beyond the Fed rate decision?

Increased oil production by OPEC

Strategic Petroleum Reserve releases

Decreased global oil demand

New environmental regulations

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might the market respond to the excess oil supplies according to some experts?

The market will ignore the excess supplies

The excess supplies will lead to a price drop

The market will absorb the excess supplies

The excess supplies will cause a price surge