GDXU is trading at $80.76 (-4.68%) as gold weakens amid inflation and rate concerns.

  • Gold fell toward $4,000 as investors assessed the Fed’s rate hold, hawkish dissent and limited guidance on its next move.
  • Elevated oil prices are sustaining inflation concerns and expectations of higher rates, a headwind for non-yielding bullion and gold miners.
  • The Fed held rates at 3.75%–4.00%; investors are watching U.S. inflation data for further policy clues.