The gold price was steady on Thursday, as dollar strength continued to cap gains and the yellow metal remained under the psychologically important $1,200 level. Spot gold was last at $1,188.80/1,189.50 per ounce, a $1.10 increase on the previous day’s close, as the metal was content to tread in well-worn ranges.
“Overall, we feel that a long-term base is being formed here, paving the way for the next bull leg in the super-cycle; but current conditions favour a slip to the lower end of the range,” Triland said in a note. Meanwhile, the metal’s status as a safe haven asset waned today amid renewed optimism over Greece staying in the eurozone.......................................Full Article: Source
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