Gold prices inched lower on Friday
but were heading for their first weekly gain in three, with
investors waiting for U.S. non-farm payrolls data later in the
day for clues on the outlook for interest.
The Indonesia stock market on Wednesday ended the two-day winning streak in which it had jumped almost 130 points or 1.9 percent. The Jakarta Composite Index now sits just beneath the 6,950-point plateau although it figures to see renewed support on Thursday.
The Indonesia stock market has moved higher in back-to-back sessions, collecting almost 130 points or 1.9 percent along the way. The Jakarta Composite Index now sits just beneath the 7,100-point plateau and it may add to its winnings on Wednesday.