GOLD PRICE FORECAST: XAU/USD APPROACHES $1,980 AS USD INDEX EXTENDS LOSSES ON FED’S DOVISH GUIDANCE

The situation seems changed now as US Yellen commented on Wednesday that the government "is not considering insuring all uninsured bank deposits." This has also strengthened the demand for US government bonds. The 10-year US Treasury yields have dropped further to near 3.45%.

Meanwhile, S&P500 futures have recovered firmly after a dive move on Wednesday, portraying an improvement in the risk appetite, however, caution still prevails as tight credit conditions from US banks will have a long-term impact. As per Fed’s commentary, US banking is sound and resilient but US banks will be more precautionary while disbursing advances to households and businesses.