Gold is up by more than 25% this year, with rate-cut optimism fueling recent gains. Fed officials, including influential Governor Christopher Waller, are speaking at events later on Monday. The metal has also been supported by robust purchases by central banks as well as haven demand amid ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.

The case for quarter-point U.S. interest rate cuts at upcoming Federal Reserve policy meetings appeared intact on Friday after a report showed producer prices were flat last month compared with August,

The Fed’s decision to opt for a bigger rate cut wasn’t without its controversy, according to minutes from its September meeting. While the move to lower rates by half a percentage point was approved by a majority of the 12 voting members,

The Fed's rate cuts should make borrowing money cheaper. Those cuts probably won't spell relief for consumers on everyday items. Being savvy with coupons, discounts, and credit cards may be your best bet for saving money on essentials.

The case for quarter-point U.S. interest-rate cuts at upcoming Federal Reserve policy meetings appeared intact on Friday after a report showed producer prices were unchanged last month compared to the prior month,