P.M. Kitco Metals Roundup: Gold Ends Lower On Stronger U.S. Dollar, Surging Stock Markets

(Kitco News) - Comex gold futures prices ended the U.S. day session moderately lower Tuesday, on bearish outside market forces--a stronger U.S. dollar index and weaker crude oil prices. Also, the near-term technical postures for both gold and silver remain firmly in the bearish camp. June Comex gold last traded down $9.50 at $1,425.00 an ounce. Spot gold was last quoted down $4.80 at $1,426.50. July Comex silver last traded down $0.336 at $23.36 an ounce.