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[^3]\n\nThe most recent U.S. Factory Orders report showed a 0.9% month-over-month increase in the total value of new purchase orders placed with manufacturers. [^4]\n\nAs of September 2, 2026, spot gold was trading at $4,333.35 per ounce, down 2.75% from the previous close. [^5]\n\nGold prices have fallen approximately 22% from their record high of $5,589.38 per ounce, which was reached on January 28, 2026. [^6]\n\nThe spot price of gold rose to $4,436 per ounce, following a previous session where it reached $4,409.97. [^7]\n\nFederal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh indicated that more action could be needed if inflation does not move clearly toward the Fed's 2% target. [^8]\n\nInvestors increased expectations for a September interest rate hike following comments by Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh, causing gold prices to fall by roughly 3% on August 28. [^9]\n\nGold futures increased by 0.9% to $4,455.30 per ounce. [^10]\n\nThe rise in gold prices is attributed to the weakening of the US dollar and a decline in Treasury yields. [^11]\n\nSpivak noted that if gold prices remain above $4,400, the next targets could be $4,500 and then $4,700. 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