Gold prices were pressured by an uptick in the U.S. dollar on Friday, but remained on track for a weekly gain as uncertainties around incoming President Donald Trump's policies and renewed bets of further rate cuts lifted bullion above the key $2,

Gold prices firmed on Friday (Jan 17) and were headed for a third straight week of gains after US data this week hinted that the Federal Reserve might continue easing interest rates this year. Read more at The Business Times.

Gold futures finished higher for the third straight week ahead of Trump's inauguration as investors seek protection from potential tariffs and uncertainty, despite a stronger dollar.