Gold Prices Fall on Easing Geopolitical Tensions

Singapore, 22 Jan (ONA) --- Gold prices fell today as geopolitical tensions eased and the dollar strengthened, reducing demand for safe-haven assets. Spot gold slipped 0.8% to $4,799.79 per ounce, after hitting a record high of $4,887.82 in the previous session. US gold futures for February delivery also declined 0.6% to $4,806.60 per ounce. As for other precious metals, Spot silver fell 0.9% to $92.38 per ounce, platinum dropped 2.7% to $2,415.60 per ounce, and palladium slipped 1% to $1,821.50, after reaching a one-week high in the previous session.

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