Gold gains on softer dollar
- Last updated: April 16, 2026 | 14:14
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Gold prices rose on Thursday, supported by a weaker dollar and lower US Treasury yields.
Spot gold rose 0.9 per cent to $4,830.82 per ounce by 04:55 GMT.
US gold futures for June delivery gained 0.6 per cent to $4,853.40.
Among other metals, spot silver rose 2 per cent to $80.61 per ounce, platinum gained 1.6 per cent to $2,143.08, and palladium was up 1.4 per cent at $1,592.84.
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