最新报道:According to Bijie.com, gold prices dipped slightly in early trading on October 7th, after approaching $4,000 per ounce, as the US government shutdown entered its seventh day with no sign of a resolution. The shutdown has added uncertainty to financial markets, delaying the release of crucial US economic data crucial to the Federal Reserve's decision-making. However, traders still expect the Fed to cut interest rates twice more this year. Meanwhile, political turmoil in France and ongoing geopolitical risks continue to fuel demand for safe-haven assets. Goldman Sachs raised its December 2026 gold price forecast to $4,900 per ounce from its previous forecast of $4,300, citing inflows into gold exchange-traded funds and gold purchases by central banks.