Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Hamas, gold prices have witnessed a surge, solidifying its status as a sought-after safe-haven asset. As the U.S. dollar strengthens against major rivals, gold price shows resilience as market’s reaction against the weekend’s events in the Middle East remains scrutiny. Upcoming U.S. economic indicators, including the FOMC minutes and the September CPI, are anticipated to further influence gold’s trajectory. From a technical perspective, XAU/USD is currently hovering around the $1,850 mark, with a significant resistance level identified at $1,884.