Gold nears record on weaker economic data

The price of gold is one step closer to the record futures closing price of $2,069.40 per troy ounce set in 2020 after U.S. government data showed a decrease in job openings and factory orders, further weakening the U.S. dollar and Treasury yields.

Comex Gold for April delivery gained $38.30 per troy ounce, or 1.93% to $2022