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Gold (XAU/USD) builds on the previous day’s bounce from the vicinity of the $3,500 psychological mark and gains some follow-through positive traction on Friday.
The Pound Sterling (GBP) regained ground against the US Dollar (USD), albeit within the August 22 trading range. The GBP/USD pair gradually crawled back above the 1.3500 barrier on the renewed upside.