Gold inched up on Friday, as concerns over the spread of the coronavirus’ Delta variant boosted bullion’s appeal, while investors awaited U.S. non-farm payrolls data as it might influence the timing of a shift in the Federal Reserve’s policy stance.
Spot gold rose 0.1% to $1,778.52 per ounce, by 0535 GMT. It has fallen 0.1% so far this week. U.S. gold futures added 0.1% to $1,778.
KEFI Gold and Copper plc (LON:KEFI) is an exploration and development company focussed on gold and copper deposits, primarily in the highly prospective Arabian-Nubian Shield.