– Gold fell on Tuesday, though held above the $5,000-per-ounce level, as investors stayed cautious ahead of key U.S. jobs and inflation data due later this week that could help gauge the U.S. Federal Reserve’s interest rate trajectory. The metal gained 2% on Monday, as the dollar weakened to its lowest level in more than a week. U.S. gold futures for April delivery lost 0.7% to $5,044.80 per ounce. Investors are awaiting a string of U.S. economic data – retail sales due Tuesday, the nonfarm payrolls report on Wednesday and inflation data on Friday. FEDWATCHWhite House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said on Monday that U.S. job gains could be lower in the coming months.

Source: The Patriot February 10, 2026 15:15 UTC