Home sales fell 8% to 1.43 million units last month, the Commerce Department said. The number was lower than expected when economists forecast 1.48 million units. The report also emphasized, the housing market outlook is less positive as the number of construction permits fell more than expected.
The housing market struggled as interest rates rose. At the same time, the low supply of houses for sale causes prices to rise, many people do not have enough money to buy houses.
Besides, US government bond yields fell for two consecutive sessions.
Disappointing economic data helps the precious metal hold support around $1,980 an ounce. The gold market saw technical profit-taking after prices rallied to a six-week high.