Commodities
Silver Extends Advance on Weaker Dollar and Trade-War Worries
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Silver climbed to a one-week high as concerns about a global trade war fanned haven demand and the dollar weakened. Gold also advanced.
Silver gained as much as 1.9%, rising for a third day. A gauge of the dollar hit the lowest in about three months, as the euro strengthened amid Germany’s plan to boost spending and loosen borrowing restrictions. A weaker greenback benefits precious metals, making them more affordable for buyers in other currencies.