Economists say that the US Fed will announce purchase of bonds worth $ 45 billion after its meeting on Tuesday and Wednesday. This would mean pumping money in the US economy to improve employment prospects.This uncertainty over economy will force investors to shift to haven commodities such as gold. In early trade in Singapore, spot gold ruled steady at $ 1,710.70 an ounce, while gold futures were quoted at $ 1,713.
In the domestic market on Monday, gold for jewellery (99.5 purity) increased to Rs 31,205 for 10 gm, while pure gold (99.9 purity) advanced to Rs 31,340.
In the forex market, the dollar was down against the yen and euro in view of the speculation of US stimulus measures. Any weakness in the dollar will make imports cheaper. India depends on imports to meet its demand for commodities such as gold, crude oil and vegetable oils