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How Is the Fed Influencing Precious Metal Demand?

How Is the Fed Influencing Precious Metal Demand?

The Fed has hinted that there could be two more interest rate hikes this year, for a total of four hikes in 2018. Investors are closely watching non-farm payroll data, which indicates the overall economy’s potential. Inflation meeting its targeted 2% is also among the Fed’s considerations.