Gold prices dipped for a second week, pressured by escalating oil costs and growing inflation worries. Concerns over potential interest rate hikes by the U.S. Federal Reserve, fueled by a resilient job market and ongoing geopolitical tensions, are impacting the precious metal. Investors are closely watching economic indicators and international developments.
US stocks today: Dow hits record high as Middle East hopes lift sentiment and Warsh takes Fed charge
US stocks rose as Dow hit an intraday record and S&P 500 extended its winning streak to eight weeks, supported by strong earnings and hopes