Producers of metals and other raw materials fell sharply as traders shied from risk ahead of jobs data.

The critical November report could shape the Federal Reserve's plans for a rate-cut cycle that got under way in September.

Gold futures fell $27.20, or 1% to $2626.60 an ounce, as traders hedged their bets on the outlook for growth and inflation data.


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