New Delhi, July 8 -- Gold price on Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) opened lower on Tuesday, following a muted trend in the international bullion prices after US President Donald Trump unveiled higher tariffs on imports from several countries, including Japan and South Korea.

MCX gold rate opened lower at Rs.97,172 per 10 grams as against its previous close of Rs.97,270 level. MCX silver rate opened higher at Rs.1,08,498 per kg, as compared to its previous close of Rs.1,08,321 level.

In the international bullion market, gold prices were steady, with a firm dollar and higher Treasury yields limiting potential gains for the precious metal. Spot gold price was steady at $3,334 per ounce, while US gold futures remained unchanged at $3,344.20....