Despite some selling and a stronger US dollar, gold prices inched higher after a jump in initial jobless claims.
Prices slipped as investors awaited news from the committee's meeting.
Prices continued to climb in advance of the Federal Reserve's policymaking meeting this week.
The metal flirts with $1,300 on hedge fund buying and hints of monetary easing by the Fed.
Prices rose again as global inflation fears persist.
Prices struggled again Friday as investors opted for riskier stocks.
Prices dropped from their recent record highs as investors reacted to a better-than-expected jobless claims report.
Prices give up early gains as rallying stocks take center stage.
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