United States Initial Jobless Claims registered at 205K, below expectations (215K) in March 13

Mar 19, 2026

Gold extends losses as Fed hawkish outlook weighs

Gold (XAU/USD) extends its decline on Thursday, slipping to over a one-month low as shifting near-term macroeconomic dynamics overshadow its traditional safe-haven appeal, despite heightened geopolitical tensions from the ongoing US-Israel war with Iran.

United States Initial Jobless Claims registered at 205K, below expectations (215K) in March 13

Gold extends losses as Fed hawkish outlook weighs

United States Initial Jobless Claims 4-week average: 210.75K (March 13) vs previous 212K