Beirut: Gold prices fell in Asian trade on Tuesday, retreating from strong gains in the prior session as metal markets remained on edge before a string of key U.S. economic readings due this week. Silver and platinum prices also fell, having taken limited support from an overnight drop in the dollar, although the greenback steadied in Asian trade.

According to National News Agency – Lebanon, spot gold fell 0.7% to $5,022.19 an ounce, while gold futures for April fell 0.7% to $5,044.79/oz by 00:34 ET (05:34 GMT). Spot silver fell 2.1% to $80.930/oz, while spot platinum fell 1.8% to $2,084.85/oz.