P.M. Kitco Roundup: Gold Ends Slightly Up On Short Covering; FOMC Minutes On Deck

(Kitco News) - Comex gold prices ended the U.S. day session slightly higher Tuesday, on some short covering and perceived bargain hunting following recent losses. February Comex gold was last up $2.00 at $1,275.20 an ounce. Spot gold was last quoted down $1.20 at $1275.25. March Comex silver last traded down $0.025 at $20.377 an ounce.