Bengaluru — Gold prices rose on Thursday as the dollar weakened after the US Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates low for the foreseeable future even though it took a rosier view of the economic recovery.
Spot gold gained 0.3% to $1,786.36/oz by 2.53am GMT. US gold futures rose 0.7% to $1,786.50/oz. The dollar index edged 0.1% lower against its rivals, boosting gold’s appeal for other currency holders...
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