Gold futures finished higher on Thursday, kindled by the safe haven appeal of the bullion amidst intensifying geopolitical risks from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflicts and tensions in the Middle East. Meanwhile, investors awaited cues on US economy under the incoming Trump administration and assessed the Federal Reserve's monetary policy outlook
Gold futures for February delivery up by $18.40 or 0.7% to settle at $2,653.90 ounce on the Comex division of the New York Mercantile. While, spot gold rose by $0.63 or 0.02% to settle at $2,632.95 an ounce.