Dollar and Gold End Up Mixed

The dollar turned mixed on Wednesday on European and U.S. exchange markets after dipping in Tokyo to a new post-World War II low against the Japanese yen for the third straight day. The British pound rose to its highest level against the dollar in more than two-and-a-half years.

Gold prices also were mixed. Bullion was quoted at $345.75 an ounce at 4 p.m. EST at Republic National Bank, down $1.25 from Tuesday’s bid.