Gold ends higher as investors seek a safe haven

Gold futures ended higher Thursday, as investors sought a safe haven amid grim economic data and falling U.S. equities. Gold for February delivery rose $8.70 to end at $858.80 an ounce on the New York Mercantile Exchange. Earlier, the contract had fallen to an intraday low of $844.40.

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