U.S. economic data due for release Tuesday includes the weekly Goldman Sachs and Johnson Redbook retail sales reports.

FORBES: Comex Gold Firmer on Lower U.S. Dollar Index

U.S. economic data due for release Wednesday is light and includes the weekly Goldman Sachs and Johnson Redbook retail sales surveys.

FORBES: Comex Gold Weaker Again In Lackluster Holiday Dealings

U.S. economic data due for release Tuesday is light and includes the weekly Johnson Redbook and Goldman Sachs retail sales reports.

FORBES: A.M. Kitco Metals Roundup: Comex Gold Lower, At 6-Week Low; Bearish "Outside Markets," Weak Technical Posture