Business & Finance
Gold Drops Below $4,100 as Tech-Led Selloff Spurs Liquidation
Key Points
Gold Drops Below $4,100 as Tech-Led Selloff Spurs Liquidation Gold extended a decline, as a tech-led selloff on Wall Street prompted investors to cut bullion holdings to cover losses elsewhere in their portfolios. Spot gold dropped below $4,100 an ounce, after giving up 1.7% in the previous session for its lowest close in two weeks. Treasuries rallied on Tuesday and a gauge of the dollar rose 0.4%, making gold that’s priced in the US currency more expensive for most buyers.
Gold Drops Below $4,100 as Tech-Led Selloff Spurs Liquidation
Gold extended a decline, as a tech-led selloff on Wall Street prompted investors to cut bullion holdings to cover losses elsewhere in their portfolios.
Spot gold dropped below $4,100 an ounce, after giving up 1.7% in the previous session for its lowest close in two weeks. Treasuries rallied on Tuesday and a gauge of the dollar rose 0.4%, making gold that’s priced in the US currency more expensive for most buyers.