gold is muted around $4,300 as hawkish Fed expectations, a stronger dollar, and rising Treasury yields weigh. Fed Governor Barr indicated further tightening may be required. Markets price at least three additional hikes by April. MUFG analysts note headwinds from elevated yields and energy-driven inflation.

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