India, April 30 -- Gold prices fell more than 1 percent on Wednesday while the dollar gained as Sino-U.S. trade tensions eased and investors looked forward to key U.S. economic data for new insights into the Federal Reserve's rate trajectory.

Spot gold fell 1.1 percent to $3,281.50 per ounce in early European trade but was on track for its fourth consecutive monthly gain due to growth and tariff-related concerns. U.S. gold futures were down 1.2 percent at $3,292.75.

The U.S. dollar held steady but was poised for its weakest monthly performance since November 2022.

Media reports suggested that China had quietly compiled a list of U.S.-made goods exempt from its 125 percent tariffs - seeking to ease trade tensions without public concession...