As Americans head to the polls for the presidential election, the gold market stands at a critical juncture, with investors closely monitoring potential price movements in this key safe-haven asset.

Gold prices edged lower Friday, despite an unexpectedly weak U.S. employment report that significantly missed even the most conservative estimates.

Gold prices continued their historic ascent today, with December futures climbing $30.10 to reach $2,785, after touching an intraday high of $2,787.30.