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The U.S.-EU agreement imposed a 15 percent tariff, averting a major trade war impact
A spike in the prices of certain items contributed to a 3.5 percent annualized rise in consumer inflation in June
The U.S. dollar index was down 0.1 percent, making greenback-priced bullion more affordable for overseas buyers
Tokyo's Nikkei index dipped 0.84 percent after recording a one-year high on Thursday
The U.S. dollar index was on track for its worst weekly performance in a month
This decision follows eight cuts since June last year as trade relations with the U.S. remain unclear
Analysts anticipate the central bank will resume cutting rates in either September or December
Treasury Secretary hints at meeting with China, suggesting possible extension of August tariff deadlinesÂ
U.S. dollar index trades near a one-week low, making gold cheaper for foreign buyersÂ
The dollar's muted start to the week has supported the early rise in gold prices as the August 1 deadline for U.S. tariffs looms
Fed Governor Waller indicated the need for a policy rate reduction amid escalating economic risks
