The world gold price fell 12/ounce to $1,948/ounce, reaching a low of $1,940/ounce.
This drop was influenced by negative economic data released by the US. The manufacturing PMI in July was 46.4%, slightly higher than June's 46% but lower than the expected 46.9%.
The US created 9.58 million jobs in July, slightly lower than June's 9.62 million and the forecasted 9.61 million. Spending on the US construction sector increased by 0.5% in June, matching the forecast for a 0.6% increase.