Japan Industrial Production (MoM) came in at -0.4%, above expectations (-0.5%) in March

May 19, 2026

Gold weakens as stalled US‑Iran talks and Fed hike bets bolster US Dollar

Gold (XAU/USD) attracts fresh sellers following an Asian session move up to the $4,590 region, stalling the previous day's modest recovery from the lowest level since March 30.

Japan Industrial Production (MoM) came in at -0.4%, above expectations (-0.5%) in March

Gold weakens as stalled US‑Iran talks and Fed hike bets bolster US Dollar

Japan Capacity Utilization dipped from previous -0.1% to -1.2% in March