Mon, 28 Jan 2013 07:33:04 GMT
Silver drops despite strong investment demand
Precious metals were mixed on Friday as investors continued to lock in gains after the previous rally. Moreover, upbeat reading of German business confidence eroded safe-haven appeal of the commodity group. At the same time, broadly weaker greenback provided support for the commodity complex.
Gold slumped on profit taking and positive German data. However, weaker-than-expected new home sales in the US