Spot gold prices held steady in early European trading, maintaining their position near recent highs as investors weighed mixed signals from the broader macro environment.
The precious metal has shown resilience despite fluctuations in the US dollar, with market participants closely monitoring upcoming economic data for further direction.
In a separate development, Hungarian researchers have unveiled a new methodology for assessing the fitness of elderly drivers, challenging the notion that age alone should determine driving competence.
The study, which focuses on cognitive impairment rather than chronological age, has prompted calls for regulatory reform across Europe.
The research suggests that hidden cognitive disorders pose a greater risk to road safety than age itself, potentially reshaping how licensing authorities evaluate older motorists.
This aligns with broader European efforts to modernize driving regulations under new directives aimed at ensuring high safety standards while avoiding discriminatory practices.