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Gold Hits 2-Week High Singapore, 26 Aug (ONA) — Gold today rose to a two-week high, as the dollar slipped after US President Donald Trump said he was removing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook.
Spot gold rose 0.5% to $3,384.34 per ounce, after hitting its highest level since 11 August 2025 earlier in the session.
US gold futures for December delivery gained 0.4% to $3,432.40.
The US dollar index fell 0.3% against its rivals, making gold less attractive to overseas buyers.
Elsewhere, spot silver rose 0.4% to $38.72 per ounce, platinum gained 0.7% to $1,352 and palladium climbed 1% to $1,096.75.— Ends/Khalid