Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Economic Times
The Economic Times
Business

Gold falls about 3% as robust US jobs data cements bets on higher rates

Gold fell about 3% on Friday after a stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs report reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates higher for longer amid inflation concerns fuelled by the war in the ‌Middle East.

Spot gold ⁠was down ⁠2.96% at $4,341.52 per ounce at 1:44 p.m. EDT (1744 GMT), after falling to its lowest level since March 24 earlier in the session. Bullion was down about 4.3% this week.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.