Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Silver's 762M Oz Drain – Structural Bull Case Intact?

Central banks bought 244 tonnes of gold in early 2026 as silver faces its 6th deficit year, while XAU rebounds at $4,534 Fib with $4,800 in sight.

Date: 30.04.2026 | Source: fxempire.com

Fitch: UAE's Exit from OPEC Has No Immediate Impact Due to Lack of Oil Exports

Fitch Ratings states that the UAE's departure from OPEC does not have a direct impact currently because the UAE is not exporting oil at the moment. Additionally, Fitch notes that higher oil prices are somewhat beneficial for both UAE and Saudi credit ratings in the near term.

Date: 30.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

USD/JPY retreats from multi-month high as Japan's intervention warnings cap upside

USD/JPY retreats from multi-month high as Japan's intervention warnings cap upside

Date: 30.04.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

Eurozone Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 6.2% in March

The Eurozone unemployment rate remained unchanged at 6.2% in March, matching both the previous month's figure and market expectations. This stability indicates consistent labor market conditions in the region.

Date: 30.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Eurozone April CPI MoM Matches Estimates at 1.0%, Down from 1.3% Previous

The Eurozone Consumer Price Index (CPI) for April rose by 1.0% month-over-month, aligning with market expectations but down from the 1.3% increase recorded in the previous month. This data indicates a slight moderation in inflationary pressures within the Eurozone economy.

Date: 30.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Eurozone Inflation Hits 3.0% in April, Matching Estimates and Rising from Previous 2.6%

The Eurozone Consumer Price Index (CPI) year-over-year for April rose to 3.0%, in line with estimates and up from the previous 2.6%. This indicates a steady increase in inflation within the Eurozone economy.

Date: 30.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Gold Holds Near Monthly Lows Amid Persistent Inflation Pressures

Gold is trading at around 4,550 USD per ounce on Thursday, remaining close to its monthly lows. Pressure on the metal continues to build as rising energy prices fuel inflation expectations and increase the likelihood of tighter monetary policy from the world's major central banks.

Date: 30.04.2026 | Source: actionforex.com

EUR/GBP: Upside risks seen amid UK politics – ING

EUR/GBP: Upside risks seen amid UK politics – ING

Date: 30.04.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

GBP/JPY turns upside down below 216.00 after Japan Katayama's intervention

GBP/JPY turns upside down below 216.00 after Japan Katayama's intervention

Date: 30.04.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

USD/JPY and USD/CHF Near Key Levels: The Dollar Supported by the Fed

The US dollar continues to trend upwards following the Federal Reserve meeting, drawing support from the regulator's moderately hawkish stance and comments by Jerome Powell. Markets interpret the Fed's rhetoric as a signal that restrictive policy is likely to remain in place for longer, supporting higher yields and sustaining demand for dollar liquidity.

Date: 30.04.2026 | Source: actionforex.com

Quotes

Instrument Price Change (%)
EURUSD 1.169290 +0.14731%
GBPUSD 1.350030 +0.18627%
USDJPY 159.238000 -0.67242%
XAUUSD 4630.275000 +1.90505%
USDCAD 1.366680 -0.12204%
NZDUSD 0.585360 +0.47374%
USDCHF 0.787380 -0.32912%
AUDUSD 0.714530 +0.41598%
EURGBP 0.866100 +0.001155%
EURJPY 186.215000 -0.52564%
GBPJPY 214.971000 -0.46763%
AUDJPY 113.778000 -0.22449%
CADJPY 116.540000 -0.54277%
CHFJPY 202.275000 -0.21705%
NZDJPY 93.218000 -0.28987%
GBPCHF 1.062970 -0.15592%
EURCHF 0.920650 -0.25028%
USDMXN 17.524800 -0.062502%
USDZAR 16.770820 -0.27757%
USDTRY 45.184200 +0.063558%
USDRUB 74.940000 -0.13326%
USDSEK 9.274400 -0.29961%
USDCNY 6.826500 -0.15358%

Upcoming Important Events

Time Country Event Forecast Previous
30.04.2026
11:00 🇬🇧 BoE Interest Rate Decision 3.75 3.75
11:00 🇬🇧 Interest Rate Decision (Apr) 3.75 3.75
12:15 🇪🇺 Deposit Facility Rate (Apr) 2 2
12:15 🇪🇺 ECB Interest Rate Decision 2.15 2.15
12:15 🇪🇺 Interest Rate Decision (Apr) 2.15 2.15
12:30 🇺🇸 Core PCE Price Index MoM (Mar) 0.3 0.4
12:30 🇺🇸 GDP Growth Rate QoQ (Q1) 2.3 0.5
12:30 🇺🇸 Gross Domestic Product QoQ (Q1) 2.2 0.5
12:30 🇺🇸 Personal Income MoM (Mar) 0.3 -0.1
12:30 🇺🇸 Personal Spending MoM (Mar) 0.9 0.4