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Gold Prices Drop 13%, Investors Advised to Accumulate Through Dollar-Cost Averaging

Gold prices have declined sharply in recent weeks, prompting market analysts to recommend gradual accumulation strategies as long-term fundamentals for the precious metal remain supportive.

According to Trading Economics data on Thursday, June 11, spot gold traded at $4,095 per troy ounce, marking a 13.31% decline over the past month and a 5.38% loss year-to-date (YTD).

Indonesia's benchmark gold product, Antam-certified bullion produced by PT Aneka Tambang Tbk, also extended its decline on Thursday.

Based on data from Logam Mulia, the price of one gram of Antam gold fell to Rp2,689,000, down Rp24,000 from Wednesday's level of Rp2,713,000 per gram.

Gold Correction Seen as Healthy Market Consolidation

Sutopo Widodo, President Commissioner of HFX International Berjangka, believes the recent correction in Antam gold prices—currently trading between Rp2.68 million and Rp2.71 million per gram after reaching a record high of Rp3.16 million—represents a normal and healthy consolidation phase within the global commodities market.

Despite the recent pullback, Widodo remains optimistic about gold's medium- and long-term outlook.

Several key factors continue to support bullion prices, including expectations surrounding global interest rate policies, persistent geopolitical tensions, and ongoing reserve diversification efforts by central banks worldwide.

"In addition, domestic factors such as rupiah volatility against the U.S. dollar will provide a strong buffer, preventing local gold prices from falling too deeply," Widodo said on Thursday.

Dollar-Cost Averaging Recommended for Investors

With gold prices correcting by approximately 16% from recent highs, Widodo recommends that investors adopt a Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) strategy by purchasing gold gradually over time.

This approach allows investors to avoid the psychological pressure of trying to identify the exact market bottom while helping build a more balanced average acquisition cost.

As a long-term hedge against inflation and a tool for preserving purchasing power, gold investments require patience and discipline.

Widodo advised investors to avoid panic selling and maintain a long-term investment horizon of three to five years.

Antam Gold Price Forecast for 2026

Looking ahead, gold prices are expected to move through two critical phases during the remainder of 2026.

During the first half of the year, Antam gold prices are likely to remain in a consolidation phase, testing a strong support range between Rp2.68 million and Rp2.73 million per gram.

However, conditions could improve significantly during the second half of 2026 as global central banks potentially shift toward monetary easing and geopolitical risks continue to support safe-haven demand.

Widodo projects that Antam gold prices could rebound toward the Rp2.9 million to Rp3.1 million per gram range by the end of 2026.

Long-Term Gold Outlook Remains Positive

Although gold has experienced a significant correction in recent weeks, analysts view the decline as a temporary adjustment rather than a reversal of the broader bullish trend.

For long-term investors, gradual accumulation during periods of weakness may provide an attractive opportunity to build positions ahead of a potential recovery driven by lower interest rates, geopolitical uncertainty, and continued demand for safe-haven assets.

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Gold Prices Slide

Gold Falls Below $4,200/Oz as Iran Tensions Fuel Inflation Concerns

Gold prices extended losses for a fourth consecutive session on Wednesday, pressured by a stronger US dollar and rising expectations of another Federal Reserve interest rate hike, as renewed US attacks on Iran intensified concerns over energy-driven inflation.

Spot gold declined 1.9% to $4,180.85 per ounce at 09:06 WIB, touching its lowest level since March 23.

Meanwhile, US gold futures also slipped 1.9% to $4,204.75 as investors reduced exposure ahead of the highly anticipated US Consumer Price Index (CPI) report scheduled for release on Wednesday.

Washington launched fresh strikes against Iranian targets on Tuesday following the crash of a US military helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, reigniting fears of broader disruptions to global energy supplies.

Oil prices climbed around 1% on Wednesday, adding to concerns that higher fuel costs could accelerate inflation and complicate the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook.

Persistent inflation expectations have prompted investors to scale back forecasts for US rate cuts. More than 70% of market participants are now pricing in the possibility of a Fed rate hike by December.

Higher interest rates typically weigh on non-yielding assets such as gold by increasing the opportunity cost of holding precious metals.

US Treasury yields remained near multi-month highs, while the US dollar stayed firm ahead of the inflation report. The US Dollar Index (DXY) edged up 0.1% during the Asian trading session, hovering near a two-month high reached earlier this week.

XAU/USD Outlook

Investors are closely watching the upcoming CPI data for further signs of strengthening inflationary pressures. Economists expect annual consumer inflation to rise to around 4.2% in May, marking the highest reading since April 2023 and potentially reinforcing expectations that the Federal Reserve will maintain a hawkish monetary policy stance.

Markets are also awaiting the Federal Reserve policy meeting on June 16–17, where policymakers are widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged, although officials could still signal a more aggressive outlook if inflation remains elevated. 

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Gold Awaits Inflation

 

Gold Holds Near 11-Week Low as Iran-Israel Ceasefire Eases Tensions; US CPI Data in Focus

Gold prices were little changed during Asian trading on Tuesday, hovering near an 11-week low as easing hostilities between Iran and Israel reduced inflation concerns, while investors awaited key U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) data later this week for further clues on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate outlook.

Spot gold edged up 0.2% to $4,336.90 per ounce as of 08:41 WIB, while U.S. gold futures for August remained flat at $4,361.82 per ounce.

In the previous session, the precious metal dropped to its lowest level since March 23 before trimming losses and ending the day nearly unchanged.

Gold bullion came under pressure after stronger-than-expected U.S. labor market data released last week reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve may keep interest rates higher for longer.

Market sentiment improved after Iran and Israel agreed to halt attacks following renewed tensions over the weekend.

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday evening that the United States was close to declaring a “total victory” in the Iran conflict and suggested oil prices could decline sharply.

Oil prices slipped on Tuesday after surging in the previous session amid renewed hostilities, although traders remained cautious about the durability of the ceasefire agreement.

Although gold is traditionally viewed as a safe-haven asset, the metal struggled for most of the Gulf conflict period. The war’s impact on crude oil markets created unusual market dynamics for bullion prices.

XAU/USD Outlook

Higher oil prices have fueled concerns that energy-driven inflation may remain elevated, prompting investors to scale back expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts and, in some cases, price in the possibility of further policy tightening. This has pushed U.S. Treasury yields and the U.S. dollar higher, reducing the appeal of non-yielding assets such as gold.

Investor attention is now turning to upcoming U.S. inflation data, with CPI figures scheduled for Wednesday and Producer Price Index (PPI) data due on Thursday. The reports could help determine whether the recent surge in oil prices is feeding into broader inflationary pressures.

A hotter-than-expected inflation reading could strengthen expectations for prolonged higher interest rates, potentially putting additional pressure on gold prices.

Current market pricing has shifted significantly following the strong U.S. payrolls report, with investors now factoring in at least one Federal Reserve rate hike this year.

Among other precious metals, silver prices rose 0.1% to $68.24 per ounce, while platinum remained unchanged at $1,760.60 per ounce.

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