Gold prices rose 2% on Friday and were headed for their best week in six, as investors sought the safe-haven asset amid renewed tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump and a weaker dollar. Spot gold was up 1.

President Trump's affinity for gold is well known. Gold owners and producers are probably appreciating the turmoil his zigzagging trade policies have brought to markets, which have lifted the price of

Gold prices jumped more than 5% in a week marked by a softer dollar and concerns over the U.S. fiscal and economic outlook, and wrapped with a strong showing on Friday after President Trump threatened the European Union with fresh tariffs,