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Gold's Worst Weekly Fall in 40 Years: A Golden Buying Opportunity?

Gold prices have recorded their worst weekly decline in four decades, falling sharply from recent highs. The precious metal has lost its traditional safe-haven appeal despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, pressured by factors like higher real yields and a stronger dollar. Market analysts suggest the steep correction opens the door for potential long-term accumulation at lower levels. While near-term volatility may persist, the current price zone is viewed as a selective buying opportunity for patient investors.

Key Points: Gold's 40-Year Worst Weekly Fall: Long-Term Buying Chance

  • Worst weekly fall in 40 years
  • Prices dropped from ~$5,200 to $4,354
  • Safe-haven appeal fails amid geopolitics
  • Analysts see long-term buying opportunity
  • Downside target seen at $4,154
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Gold logs worst weekly fall in 40 years, experts see buying opportunity for long-term investors

Gold prices plummet, logging the worst weekly fall in 40 years. Experts see a staggered entry opportunity for long-term investors amid the correction.

"This correction is a golden opportunity for staggered entry by long-term buyers. - Priyanka Sachdeva"

New Delhi, March 23

Gold prices have witnessed a sharp decline since last week, marking the worst weekly fall in the past 40 years, with prices dropping to USD 4,354 per ounce.

The precious metal has fallen significantly from around USD 5,200 per ounce on March 13 to USD 4,354 per ounce by March 23, reflecting a steep correction in a short span.

Gold, which had earlier touched an all-time high of 5,595.51, has now come under pressure amid changing global market dynamics.

Market experts noted that despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, gold has failed to sustain its traditional safe-haven appeal in the current environment.

According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, the recent pullback in gold prices may offer opportunities for long-term investors.

Phillip Nova's senior market analyst, Priyanka Sachdeva told WSJ that gold's ongoing correction could provide "staggered" long-term accumulation opportunities at lower levels.

The report noted that the fall below USD 4,400 per ounce has "opened the door" to the 200-day moving average of USD 4,154 per ounce, which is emerging as a potential downside target before prices stabilise.

"This correction is a golden opportunity for staggered entry by long-term buyers," the analyst told WSJ.

Data from ICE showed that spot gold was 2.0 per cent lower at USD 4,400.44 per ounce after earlier touching USD 4,320.08 per ounce, the lowest intraday level since early January.

The report also highlighted that gold prices edged lower amid prospects of liquidity-driven selling in global markets during the ongoing Middle East conflict.

Saxo Bank's Head of Commodity Strategy, Ole Hansen told WSJ, that speculation is emerging that some economies may need to raise liquidity, potentially including gold sales.

"While not a confirmed driver, it adds to the more cautious tone," Hansen said.

He added that gold's inability to rally despite geopolitical stress indicates that other factors are currently dominating the market.

"Gold's failure to rally despite geopolitical stress highlights the current dominance of higher real yields, a firmer dollar and position adjustment over its traditional safe-haven role," he said.

Overall, analysts suggest that while gold prices have corrected sharply, the current levels may present selective buying opportunities for long-term investors even as near-term volatility persists.

- ANI

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Priya S
Perfect timing! Was saving up to buy a gold coin for my daughter's first birthday next month. This fall means I can get a slightly heavier one. In India, we understand gold's long-term value beyond weekly charts.
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Rohit P
Experts always say "buying opportunity" after a crash. What about the retail investors who bought at 5,200? The volatility is too high for common people. We need more stable investment options in India.
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Sarah B
Interesting analysis. The point about gold losing its safe-haven appeal despite Middle East tensions is crucial. In the US, we're watching bond yields more closely. But for Indian families, gold has emotional value that buffers these market swings.
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Vikram M
The real question is what this means for Indian jewellery prices. Will local jewellers pass on the full benefit of this international price drop? Or will they cite rupee depreciation and hold prices? Need transparency.
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Karthik V
As a long-term investor, I agree with the staggered entry approach. But remember, in India, we also have making charges and GST on physical gold. Digital gold or sovereign gold bonds might be smarter for pure investment. Good time to review portfolio allocation.

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