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Gold set for fourth monthly gain as markets wager on US rate cut
Gold prices climbed on Friday and were poised for a fourth straight monthly rise, bolstered by investor optimism that the US Federal Reserve would cut interest rates in December. Spot gold rose 0.8% to $4,189.61 per ounce by 0303 GMT, hitting its highest since November 14, and was set for a 3% weekly gain. Bullion is set to register a 3.9% rise this month. US gold futures for December delivery were up 0.5% at $4,221.30 per ounce.“Trading conditions are looking a bit thin liquidity-wise, which is exacerbating some of the market moves. A lot of the moves higher in gold are due to pre-positioning in anticipation of a ... (full story)