🔥 Inflation Week Ahead: USD, Gold and Yield Sensitivity Markets head into a key US inflation week with CPI first, followed by PPI. The latest data showed inflation cooling but still above target, while a solid US jobs report keeps pressure on the Fed to stay cautious. 📊 At the same time, geopolitical tension around Iran and disruption risks in the Strait of Hormuz are pushing oil prices higher, adding fresh upside risks to inflation. 🌍🛢️ What to watch: 🟢 Hot CPI: Yields may rise further USD strengthens Gold faces pressure from higher real rates 🔵 Soft CPI: Yields ease USD weakens Gold gains support 🟡 In-line CPI: Choppy markets Mixed signals across assets Key dynamic: Gold is caught between safe-haven demand from geopolitical stress and pressure from elevated yields and a firm USD. Inflation data can quickly shift that balance. ⚖️ Base case: Energy-driven inflation risks keep USD and yields sensitive to upside surprises. Gold remains supported structurally but vulnerable short term if yields spike. Expect volatility. Watch CPI, yields, oil and Middle East headlines together. ⚠️ Trade global markets with NordFX: https://my.nordfx.com/en/regis... #NordFX #CPI #Inflation #USD #Gold #Forex #Trading #Macro