Gold futures down marginally on weak global cues

Strengthening of the dollar dampens demand for safe-haven gold

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Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Jul 16 2014 | 12:31 PM IST
Gold futures fell 0.08% to Rs 27,672 per 10 grams today as speculators reduced their exposures amidst a weak global trend.

At the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold for delivery in far-month October fell by Rs 21, or 0.08%, to Rs 27,672 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 28 lots.

August gold eased by Rs 16, or 0.06%, to Rs 27,632 per 10 grams in 712 lots.

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Market analysts said the fall in gold futures was mostly in line with a weak trend overseas as the outlook for higher borrowing costs in the US strengthened the dollar and damped demand for safe-haven gold.

Meanwhile, gold prices fell by 1.01% to $1,293.60 an ounce in New York yesterday's trade.
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First Published: Jul 16 2014 | 12:03 PM IST

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