Gold plunges 2% as US inflation beats expectations, Fed hike fears return

Gold fell over 2% to $4,052/oz and silver dropped 2.8% after US inflation data exceeded expectations, reviving concerns that the Federal Reserve may resume interest rate hikes. The move signals a repricing of rate expectations, pressuring non-yielding assets. The magnitude of the inflation surprise and its impact on Fed policy remain uncertain.

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