Gold prices held steady on Friday, but is poised for a third consecutive weekly loss pressured by a stronger dollar and diminished expectations for U.S. rate cuts, while uncertainty from U.S. tariffs on trading partners offered support.

Gold futures slip, and are on track to end the week lower on easing safe-haven demand. Futures are down 0.3% at $3,337.70 a troy ounce. The precious metal has slid in recent days as market turns risk-on,