Gold edges higher after choppy week as traders eye Monday cues

Gold prices rose around 1% over the week despite sharp intraday swings driven by shifting interest-rate expectations and mixed global data. Investors are now watching Monday’s opening for clarity on whether safe-haven demand will strengthen, with attention on US yields, geopolitical signals and currency movements. Analysts suggest short-term volatility may persist but highlight supportive medium-term fundamentals for tactical allocations.