Germany 10-y Bond Auction: 3.16% vs 3.08%

May 20, 2026

Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD languishes below $4,500 amid US Dollar strength

Gold (XAU/USD) consolidates losses at nearly seven-week lows below $4,500 on Wednesday, trading at $4,478 at the time of writing, as the US Dollar Index (DXY) tests six-week highs at the 99.45 area.

Canadian Dollar: Softer CPI trims BoC hike odds – Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank highlights that weaker‑than‑expected Canadian CPI reduced the perceived need for near‑term Bank of Canada tightening.