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US-Iran conflict impact
Geopolitical tensions, like those between the US and Iran, often drive up gold prices as investors seek safety. If these tensions ease, or there's no new escalation, gold's appeal as a safe haven diminishes, leading to price drops. This highlights how global events ripple through markets.
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