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<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nGold prices<\/a> in Kuwait<\/a> remained stable at $4,595 per ounce after a week of volatility in precious metals markets, closing firmly despite recent profit-taking and fluctuations in investor sentiment. According to a report by Kuwait\u2019s Dar Al-Sabaik, gold futures for February delivery dipped slightly but still posted weekly gains of around 2.4%, following sharp earlier rises that took prices to historic highs.The recent plateau reflects a mix of market forces: easing geopolitical tensions that had initially boosted safe-haven demand, strong US economic data reinforcing the dollar and higher Treasury yields and expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged through at least mid-2026. These dynamics have tempered the appetite for gold\u2019s upward momentum in the short term, even as prices hover close to record peaks.<\/p>\n Gold often benefits when global investors seek safety amid uncertainty but recent developments show the metal\u2019s swingy nature:<\/p>\n Dar Al-Sabaik\u2019s technical analysis suggests that gold is now moving in a neutral to slightly volatile range, with key support around $4,550 per ounce and resistance between $4,600 and $4,640. Traders will be closely watching upcoming US economic data, including personal income and spending figures, inflation measures and purchasing manager indices, for clues on future price direction.<\/p>\n In Kuwait\u2019s domestic market, the global gold performance is mirrored in local jewellery prices, with 24-karat gold trading at approximately KD 45.42 per gram (roughly $150) and 22-karat around KD 41.63 ($137.30). Silver remains relatively steady at around KD 965 per kilogram.For consumers and investors alike, this steady performance offers both opportunities and caution:<\/p>\n With markets in a holding pattern, gold watchers will be eyeing several catalysts that could sway prices again, from US Federal Reserve policy shifts to renewed geopolitical concerns. The metal\u2019s resilience near lofty levels, despite short-term corrections, underscores its enduring role as a hedge against uncertainty.In Kuwait, where gold shopping and investment remain popular and tax-free opportunities attract buyers from across the Gulf, these global price dynamics have immediate local resonance for both traders and everyday consumers.(Disclaimer: Recommendations and views on the stock market, other asset classes or personal finance management tips given by experts are their own. These opinions do not represent the views of The Times of India)<\/span><\/div>\nWhat\u2019s driving gold right now
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Impact of gold prices on local buyers and shoppers in Kuwait
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