The price of gold changed little on Thursday morning, according to trading data. Investors are cautiously awaiting statistics on U.S. inflation, which could affect Fed policy.

The price of December gold futures on the New York Comex Exchange was down $2.15, or 0.13%, to $1,711.55 a troy ounce. December silver futures were down 0.83% to $21.15 an ounce.