Gold prices in Dubai edged lower on Thursday after stronger-than-expected US jobs data prompted a rethink on interest rate cuts and weighed on global bullion markets. At opening, 24-karat gold traded around Dh610.25 per gram, slightly down from the previous day, while 22-karat also saw a small dip. Traders said the shift came as investors reacted to fresh economic signals that reduced immediate support for non-yielding assets like gold. Despite the mild decline, prices remain elevated compared with earlier in the year as demand stays tied to broader global trends and market sentiment.