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The U.S. dollar index held steady at 109.09, nearing the two-year high it touched last week
The U.S. dollar index gained 0.03 percent to 108.57, making bullion less attractive for other currency holders
The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield hit its highest since May 2024 yesterday, impacting bullion's rise
U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude dropped by 15 cents, or 0.19 percent, to $73.42
Factors that may support gold prices include stronger central bank demand or rapid deterioration of financial conditions
Traders are awaiting the release of the U.S. jobs report on Friday for additional insight into the Fed's interest rate outlook
The central bank expects inflation to fall to 21 percent by the end of 2025
Spot gold rose by 0.3 percent to $2,632.82 per ounce
22-carat gold stood at AED 292.25, 21-carat gold was priced at AED 283, while 18-carat gold was at AED 242.50
Gold prices have risen over 27 percent this year and are set for their best performance since 2010
Gold prices have surged nearly 28 percent this year, reaching a record high of $2,790.15 on October 31
The dollar index dipped 0.09 percent to 108.16, making bullion more attractive for other currency holders
