Why aren’t gold prices rising, despite Iran war uncertainty?

18 March, 2026, 01:20 pm

Last modified: 18 March, 2026, 01:22 pm

Why aren’t gold prices rising, despite Iran war uncertainty?

18 March, 2026, 01:20 pm

Last modified: 18 March, 2026, 01:22 pm

The tension surrounding the war with Iran is increasing day by day. The oil market is unstable, and the pressure on the stock market is also evident. Overall, uncertainty in the global economy is now at its peak. In such a situation, investors usually turn to gold as a safe haven. Therefore, the price of gold continues to rise rapidly. But this time, something different has happened. Despite the 18 days of war, the price of gold is still almost stable.

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