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Gold eases after climbing over 1% in previous session

Gold prices slipped 0.4% to $4,152.99 per ounce in early Asian trading on Friday, as investors scrutinize the Federal Reserve's future policy after recent inflation updates. US producer prices surged the most in over four years, driven by escalating costs. Meanwhile, spot silver and platinum dipped, while palladium slightly increased amid persistent geopolitical concerns. Analysts are vigilantly evaluating how prospective rate hikes might influence gold's status as an inflationary safeguard.

16 Oct 2026 7:38 am