Gold futures reached a record all-time high of 4,644 before pulling back to close modestly lower on profit taking. Weaker-than-expected U.S. CPI data signaled a softer inflation outlook, pressuring Gold late in the session. Despite the pullback, the metal continues to see support from safe-haven demand as anti-regime protests in Iran enter their third week, fueling concerns over regional instability and global oil supply disruptions.