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Gold prices rise 1 percent

Published: 06 Aug 2026 - 10:45 am | Last Updated: 06 Aug 2026 - 10:46 am
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QNA

Singapore: Gold prices rose 1% on Thursday for the fourth consecutive session, reaching their highest level in seven weeks, supported by a weaker US dollar and lower US Treasury yields.

Spot gold gained 1% to $4,285.69 per ounce, marking its highest level since June 18.

US gold futures climbed 0.9% to $4,345.50.

Among other precious metals, spot silver rose 0.4% to $62.34 per ounce, platinum gained 0.8% to $1,750.15, and palladium increased 1% to $1,377.00.