Gold down 0.2% on weak global cues

Metal for delivery in June shed 0.14%

Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Jun 02 2014 | 12:26 PM IST
Gold prices fell 0.20% to Rs 25,829 per 10 gram in futures trade today as investors reduced positions in line with a weak trend in overseas markets amidst subdued demand in domestic spot markets.

At the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold for delivery in August eased by Rs 52, or 0.20% to Rs 25,829 per 10 gram in business turnover of 149 lots.

Likewise, the metal for delivery in June shed Rs 38, or 0.14% to Rs 26,825 per 10 gram in 33 lots.

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Market analysts said there is a weakening trend in the overseas markets as hedge funds pared bets on a rally in the metal as demand for a safe haven declined and put pressure on gold prices at futures trade here.

Globally, gold fell 0.30% to USD 1,246.50 an ounce in Singapore.

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First Published: Jun 02 2014 | 11:30 AM IST

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