Gold prices in India hit an all-time high on Wednesday, tracking a global rally, as surging coronavirus cases in many countries raised the metal’s safe-haven appeal. Local gold futures hit an all-time high of 48,871 rupees ($646.66) per 10 grams in early trade, taking their gains to 25% in 2020 so far. The contract had gained nearly 25% in 2019. However, this dampened the retail demand for gold in India, the world’s second largest consumer of the precious metal. “Retail demand is negligible. Buyers are postponing purchases anticipating a correction in prices,” said a Mumbai-based bank dealer with a bullion importing ... (full story)