[XAU/USD] NY Stock Drop Triggers Risk-Off Sentiment

Yesterday, the NY Dow fell by over 700 points at one point, which increased risk-off sentiment and caused gold prices to rise. Many market participants are still on holiday after Christmas, and with low liquidity, prices are more likely to move easily.

Today is New Year’s Eve, and with fewer participants in the market, even small pieces of news can cause significant price swings.

Since today marks the last trading day of the year, it’s important to watch out for movements unique to the year-end.