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Gold down 0.1% on weak global cues

Metal for delivery in October shed 0.12%

Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Aug 20 2014 | 1:37 PM IST
Gold prices fell 0.14% to Rs 28,259 per 10 grams in futures trade today as participants reduced positions on weak trend overseas amidst subdued demand at domestic spot markets.

At the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold for delivery in December eased by Rs 40, or 0.14%, to Rs 28,259 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 199 lots.

Likewise, the metal for delivery in October shed Rs 33, or 0.12%, to Rs 28,219 per 10 grams in 1,368 lots.

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Market analysts said there is a weakening trend in the overseas markets as dollar strengthened, reducing the appeal of the metal and pressuring the gold prices in futures trade.

Globally, gold fell 0.05% to USD 1,294.60 an ounce in Singapore.

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First Published: Aug 20 2014 | 1:00 PM IST

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