Gold Prices Hit $4,063.40 per Ounce Ahead of Fed Meeting

Gold (GC=F) August futures opened at $4,013.40 per troy ounce on July 21, 2026, down 0.1% from the previous closing price. The price increased to $4,063.40 by 8:20 a.m. ET. Over the past week, gold has traded near $4,000 as investors monitor geopolitical tensions and await the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision next week. Currently, there is a 16.6% chance of a 25-basis-point increase in rates, which may impact gold's future price as higher yields can deter gold investments. This information is crucial for investors considering gold as a hedge against inflation.