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Surprise increase in U.S. crude inventories and prospects of a ceasefire in the Middle East add downward pressure on prices
Powell's assurance that further rate hikes were off the table will help bullion
Investor sentiment remains cautious ahead of the interest rate decision by the U.S. Federal Reserve
Gold prices have declined more than $140 after reaching a record high of $2,431.29 on April 12
Market expectations for any rate cuts have been pushed out, which could boost the U.S. dollar and potentially dampen oil demand and prices
Gold lost 2.2 percent last week amidst easing tensions in the Middle East
Gold could capitalize on potential downturns in U.S. macroeconomic data in the coming quarters
Despite the increase, gold prices were down around 2.3 percent, their biggest weekly drop since early December
Brent crude futures saw a gain of 31 cents, equivalent to 0.4 percent, reaching $89.32 per barrel
The CBE's Monetary Policy Committee is scheduled to meet on May 23 to review the key interest rates
Gold could remain between $2,300 and $2,350 unless a fresh catalyst emerges
The unexpected decrease in U.S. inventories, as indicated by industry data, provided some support to crude prices
