On October 7, 2024, gold prices saw a minor setback but remained close to their all-time highs. This resilience reflects ongoing global uncertainties and investor caution. December gold futures on the Comex division closed at $2,666.00 per troy ounce, down 0.07% for the day. The slight decline follows a period of remarkable growth for gold […]
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