Gold prices remain above $2,600, with Jerome Powell's upcoming speech and non-farm payrolls (NFPs) in focus. Midweek ADP data will hint at NFP trends, while Friday's EU GDP and NFP reports are expected to influence market sentiment, with economists predicting a rise in jobs and a slight increase in the unemployment rate. The $2,600 level is seen as a crucial support zone, with potential upward movement towards $3,000 if recent highs are surpassed.