Gold Slides as Iran Tensions Stoke Inflation Fears and Strengthen Fed Rate-Hike Bets

Tekedia | 28-05-2026 04:57am |

Gold prices experienced a notable decline on Tuesday, with spot gold decreasing by 1.1% to $4,521.80 per ounce during early trading in London. This drop is attributed to rising tensions between the United States and Iran, which have led to an increase in oil prices and heightened concerns regarding inflation. The current geopolitical climate has also strengthened expectations that the Federal Reserve may maintain higher interest rates for an extended period, further impacting gold's market performance.

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