United States MBA Mortgage Applications declined to -5.3% in October 16 from previous -2.7%

Oct 21, 2026

Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD hits lows near $4,110 as yields, Oil pick up

Gold (XAU/USD) extends losses for the fourth consecutive day on Wednesday as a moderate pick up on US Treasury yields and higher Oil prices support a mild US Dollar (USD) recovery from Tuesday’s lows.

United States MBA Mortgage Applications declined to -5.3% in October 16 from previous -2.7%

Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD hits lows near $4,110 as yields, Oil pick up

South Africa Retail Sales (YoY) came in at 3.3%, above forecasts (3%) in August