Gold prices traded near $1,915 per troy ounce during the Asian session on Monday, extending last week's gains. The recent drop in the US Treasury bond yields (US) helped push the yellow metal to recover. Additionally, moderate US economic data released last week along with mixed statements from major central bank officials at the Jackson Hole Symposium, underpinned Gold prices.
With that said, U.S. Durable Goods Orders in July fell 5.2% from the market consensus of 4%, ranging from 4.4% in June. However, Initial Jobless Claims showed favorable employment conditions, raising concerns about the US inflation scenario. For the week ending Aug. 18, the index fell to 230K from 240K previously, which is expected to remain steady.