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Fed Raises Rates 0.25% First Hike in Three Years

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  • The Federal Reserve raised its policy rate by 0.25 point, its first hike in three years.
  • Spot gold rose 0.6% to $4,304.71 per ounce.
  • FedWatch shows a 71% chance of an October hike and 95% chance in December.
  • Analyst Nikos Tzabouras said gold is supported as oil prices fall on hopes for a U.S.–Iran deal.
  • Gold demand in India rose modestly as lower prices attracted buyers before the festive season.