International gold prices are fluctuating around the $4,600-per-ounce level as the market searches for future direction.

As of the 28th (local time), gold traded on the GC New York Mercantile Exchange is moving in the $4,600-per-ounce range. After international gold prices rose rapidly recently, they have been moving sideways around the $4,600 level, and market attention is now focused on the future direction.

◆ Domestic Gold Prices Fall Slightly from Previous Day

Domestic gold prices are also drawing attention. According to GoldPrice.com (Geumsise.com), as of the 28th, pure gold (3.75g) was priced at 889,000 won for purchase and 765,000 won for sale. Compared to the previous day, both the buying and selling prices dropped by 5,000 won.

For 18K gold, the selling price fell 4,000 won to 565,000 won, while 14K gold dropped 2,000 won to 439,000 won.

In contrast to gold, platinum showed gains. Platinum (3.75g) rose 4,000 won each, trading at 353,000 won for purchase and 295,000 won for sale. Silver (3.75g) traded at 12,650 won for purchase and 11,500 won for sale.

◆ Monetary Policy, Dollar, and Treasury Yields Are Key Variables

In the international gold market, U.S. monetary policy outlook, the dollar, and Treasury yield movements are cited as major variables. In particular, gold prices could see expanded volatility depending on changes in interest rate expectations. The market is also pointing to the dollar's value as a factor influencing gold prices.

As international gold prices continue to fluctuate around the $4,600 level, attention is focused on what trend will emerge after the weekend. Whether prices will maintain the $4,600 range and regain upward momentum, or enter a short-term consolidation period, could also affect domestic gold prices, and interest is expected to continue.

[※ This article is for investment reference purposes only and is not intended to recommend investment in any specific asset.]