現貨黃金日內漲超100美元，現報4487.56美元/盎司，漲幅2.28%。

Sources say Hungary's central bank is likely to hold its policy rate at 5.5% at its Sept. 22 meeting after three consecutive monthly 25bp cuts, effectively pausing further easing. The pause will coincide with publication of new inflation forecasts; sources say the bank plans to lower its inflation target from 3% to 2.5%, bringing it closer to the ECB's 2% goal. The final decision may still change depending on market conditions. The government led by the prime minister has indicated intent to pursue joining the euro area.

Putin said he believes Russia will resolve the national budget deficit.