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Gold Prices Climb as Dollar, Bond Yields Dip Ahead of US Inflation Data - News18

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[ad_1] Last Updated: July 12, 2023, 01:05 IST New York, United States of America (USA) Ready to be minted 50g gold ingots are pictured at the plant of refiner and bar manufacturer Argor-Heraeus in Mendrisio, Switzerland, July 13, 2022. (Reuters) Gold prices rise as dollar and bond yields decline ahead of U.S. inflation data. Spot gold set for third consecutive gain, eyes on consumer prices report Gold prices edged higher on Tuesday as the dollar and bond yields fell ahead of U.S. inflation data that could offer more cues on the Federal Reserve’s rate-hike path. Spot gold was up 0.4% at $1,931.83 per ounce by 02:11 p.m. EDT (1811 GMT), set for a third consecutive session of gains. U.S. gold futures rose 0.3% to $1,937.10. Making gold cheaper for holders of other currencies, the dollar index fell 0.3% to its lowest level since May 11. Benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury yields also slipped. [USD/] [US/] “If we have a soft inflation reading, it will be positive for gold and prices might

Gold Price Rises as Dollar and Yields Slip on US Jobs Data - News18

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[ad_1] Last Updated: July 08, 2023, 01:33 IST New York, United States of America (USA) Gold remains stubbornly bid - trading higher even before the number. Today's report has given bulls some relief, at least short term, said Tai Wong, a New York-based independent metals trader. Gold prices rise as weaker US nonfarm payrolls cast doubt on interest rate hikes, boosting the appeal of the precious metal Gold prices rose on Friday and were on track for their first weekly gain in four as the dollar and bond yields fell after weaker U.S. nonfarm payrolls numbers cast doubts over the trajectory of interest rate hikes beyond July yet again. Spot gold was up 0.8% at $1,926.54 per ounce at 2:06 p.m. EDT (1806 GMT). Bullion was up 0.4% so far this week. U.S. gold futures settled 0.9% higher at $1,932.50. Labour department data showed nonfarm payrolls came in well below expectations last month, but the unemployment rate retreated from a seven-month high amid fairly strong wage gains. Benc