Investors flocked again to gold on Monday, sending it to the latest of a series of records, as fears about recession in the world's major economies infected financial markets. Gold continued making gains after Comex floor trading finished, with the most actively traded contract, for December delivery, touching a record $1,901.70 a troy ounce. It's been on a tear this summer, rising more than 15 percent in August alone.
Gold boosting business
Prices for precious metal keep stores busy


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