Gold holds above $1,490 on weak Chinese data, Brexit prospects
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(Reuters) - Gold prices held above $1,490 on Friday as disappointing data from China reinforced concerns that its trade spat with the United States had begun taking a toll on global economies, while the Brexit deal waits for parliamentary backing.However, capping gains was upbeat equities that cheered the heightened possibility that Britain could have a smooth departure from the European Union after all.Spot gold rose 0.1% to $1,492.56 per ounce as of 0342 GMT. Prices had gained about 0.2% in..