Why are gold and silver prices down today, and will precious metals continue to drop or rise again? Gold slips as Treasury yields and rate hike expectations increase

Gold and silver prices declined as U.S. Treasury yields moved higher and expectations of another Federal Reserve interest rate hike increased. A stronger U.S. dollar also reduced demand for bullion. Investors are now waiting for key U.S. jobs data and comments from central bank officials, which could influence the next move in precious metals prices.