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Feb 2024
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Gold struggles as solid US data propel d...

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Send us a text Gold edges lower, dollar shines after another round of rosy US data. Australian dollar recovers on RBA decision and China stimulus hopes. Shares on Wall Street lose momentum, but remain near record highs. Risk Warning: Our services involve a significant risk and can result in the loss of your invested capital. *T&Cs apply. Please conside ... Show More
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