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 Monday, supported by a weaker US dollar, as markets awaited Donald Trump's return to the White House and his inauguration speech

Gold rates dropped in the domestic futures market in the morning session on Monday, January 20, tracking weak global cues.

Gold firmed on Monday on a softer dollar as investors awaited Donald Trump's inauguration speech later in the day for insights into his policies that are expected to provide clarity on the inflation outlook and Federal Reserve's future rate decisions.