In English, this Italian title translates to “gold higher on concerns about Italy.” Acting like a safe-haven asset for the first time in a while, gold prices traded dramatically higher as concerns have grown by the European Commission about the proposed bud

U.S. equity markets had one of their strongest showings today since September 20. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed near all-time highs today after gaining 192.90 points and closing at 26,651.21.

Although gold prices have traded higher today, prices have declined this week, this month, as well as the last two quarters. As of 4:30 PM Eastern standard time, gold futures are trading up by $7.90 and fixed at $1,195.30 per ounce.