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What is Gold (XAUUSD)?

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Gold (symbol XAU) is one of the most popular trading instruments in the world. XAUUSD means how many US Dollars are needed to buy 1 Troy Ounce of Gold.

Gold is considered a *safe haven* asset — traders often buy it during times of uncertainty or inflation.

Key factors that move Gold: - USD strength / weakness - Interest rate decisions (Fed) - Geopolitical events - Risk sentiment

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1.What does XAUUSD represent?