(Kitco News) – Gold prices were ending the U.S. day session a bit firmer on some more short-covering in the futures market and perceived bargain-hunting in the cash market after hitting a 10-month low late last week. The precious metals bulls are still spooked by the recent powerful rally in the U.S. dollar index that last week hit a 13-year high. February Comex gold was last up $4.60 an ounce at $1,141.90. March Comex silver was last down $0.14 at $16.075 an ounce.
