Firmer dollar takes the shine off gold
Dip in bullion price also ascribed to profit-taking after rally over the last few weeks
19 August 2019 - 07:44
Bengaluru — Gold prices dipped on Monday due to a stronger US dollar and a recovery in equities, as major central banks globally hinted at more stimulus, easing fears about a sharp economic downturn.
Spot gold was down 0.3% at $1,509.13 per ounce in early-morning trading...
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