Gold is on track for a modest weekly loss as war-driven inflation pressures in the US have reinforced expectations of a prolonged high-rate environment
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Silver Leads on Industrial Momentum Amid Trade Diplomacy and Inflation Shock
Silver advanced toward $90, its highest level in two months, outpacing broader precious metals on strengthening industrial demand fundamentals. Structural consumption from solar energy, electric vehicles, and AI data centre infrastructure remains the primary catalyst.
Duty Shock, Inflation Surprise and Geopolitical Overhang Reshape Precious Metals Outlook
Gold and silver prices surged 6% after the government raised effective import duties on both metals to 15% from 6%, targeting a widening import bill and geopolitical pressure stemming from the West Asia crisis.
Geopolitical Flashpoints and Macro Crosswinds Keep Bullion Markets in Check
Gold prices slipped below $4,700 and silver below $80, retracing a portion of last week’s gains after President Trump publicly rejected Iran’s diplomatic response as “TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE,” keeping inflationary concerns elevated.
Silver Surges as Iran Tensions Reignite Safe-Haven Demand
Silver surged over 6%, recovering from early-session weakness to reach its highest price in nearly two months, as investors tracked US-Iran nuclear negotiations. President Trump’s characterisation of the Iran ceasefire as being on “massive life support” has driven risk aversion among traders.
Safe-Haven Rally Amid US–Iran Diplomacy and Pre-NFP Caution
Gold and Silver have resumed their upward trend, supported by optimism around a potential US–Iran peace deal that is weakening the safe-haven appeal of the USD.
Precious metals surge as Middle East diplomacy advances
Silver surged over 6% to above $78, while Gold rose approximately 3% to trade near $4,700. The primary driver was easing Middle East tensions, which pressured oil prices lower and reduced inflation concerns.
Gold, silver extend gains as weaker dollar
Gold and silver gains continue as easing US-Iran tensions, weaker dollar, and softer oil prices improve sentiment ahead of key US payrolls data.
Stock Market Highlights
Gold and silver rebound as easing Middle East tensions, weaker dollar, and macro uncertainty shift market focus toward upcoming US payrolls data.
Safe-Haven Rebound Amid Geopolitical Easing and Macro Uncertainty
Gold and silver have recovered from key support levels as Middle East de-escalation signals pressured oil prices, reducing inflation concerns. The dollar weakened against major currencies after the US indicated progress toward an Iran deal, while the yen surged to a two-month high amid intervention expectations.
Precious Metals Under Pressure as Middle East Escalation Fuels Inflation and Rate Concerns
Gold stabilised near $4,500 after a near 2% decline, weighed down by escalating Middle East tensions that have pushed energy prices sharply higher and stoked inflation fears.
War Premium Fades, Rupee Weighs, Physical Demand Holds
Gold and Silver faced a week defined by the hawkish Fed-oil-inflation feedback loop suppressing rate-cut expectations, partially offset by yen-driven dollar weakness. MCX prices held relatively firm versus COMEX due to rupee depreciation. Physical demand and central bank buying remain structurally supportive, but near-term direction hinges on Hormuz diplomacy, incoming US payrolls (May 8), and the trajectory of real yields under incoming Fed Chair Warsh.