Gold prices soared, ending higher on Wednesday after hitting an all-time peak, driven by a faltering U.S. dollar and interest rate speculations. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s Congressional speech, hinting at possible rate cuts, fueled the ascent. Gold for April leaped 0.76% on the Comex to $2,158.20 per ounce, marking a significant moment in financial […]
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