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Gold declines as US dollar gains

Gold fell the most in two weeks as the dollar rebounded, reducing the appeal of the precious metal as an alternative investment.

US dollar dips after hitting one-month high

The US dollar slipped against the yen, paring sharp gains made yesterday on expectations that a planned US stimulus package would help the faltering economy.

Dollar's winning streak ends

The dollar has closed lower after a US dollar revival pushed the local currency back towards $US0.7100.

$A drops as US dollar revives

The Australian dollar has closed lower after a US dollar revival pushed the local currency back towards $US0.7100.

Australian bonds close weaker

The Australian bond market has closed weaker, extending its sell-off from Monday's local session on continued investor optimism.

Australian soldier killed in Afghanistan

Another Australian soldier has been killed in Afghanistan, the Department of Defence says.

Australian stocks close lower

The Australian stock market closed lower on Monday as profit-taking investors wiped off early gains.

Jankovic primed for Australian Open

World No.1 Jelena Jankovic has fired a warning to her rivals ahead of this month's Australian Open, saying she is fitter than ever.

Dollar hits three-month high

The dollar advanced to a three-month high against the US currency and a two-month peak on the yen as better risk appetite encouraged investors.

Australian bonds close weaker

The Australian bond market has closed weaker, continuing the sell-off which began on Friday night.

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