A strong currency and rising government yields are driving gold prices lower
On Wednesday, gold prices were marginally lower as the US currency strengthened and Treasury yields rose. Spot gold: was down 0.2 percent at $2,385.23 an ounce. US gold futures: fell 0.3% to $2,425.50 an ounce. Gold prices rose due to gains in the dollar by investors holding foreign currencies. Higher Treasury yields reduce the appeal…