Gold slides more than 2 pct after U.S. data

LONDON Aug 24 (Reuters) - Gold prices fell back below $1,800 on Wednesday, sliding more than 2 percent, as well-received U.S. economic data and a recovery in stock markets prompted investors to take profits in the metal after its rally to record highs. Spot gold was down 1.9 percent at $1,794.09 an ...

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