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Gold holds steady as US-Iran nuclear talks and trade tensions shape outlook
Gold (XAU/USD) trades with a mild upside bias on Thursday but remains confined within this week’s trading range as markets stay cautious ahead of key geopolitical developments. At the time of writing, XAU/USD trades at $5,174 as bulls struggle to sustain gains above the $5,200 level. The sideways price action reflects a lack of conviction among traders. Ongoing tensions in the Middle East and lingering uncertainty surrounding US trade policies continue to underpin safe-haven demand, helping to contain the downside. At the same time, fading expectations of near-term Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate cuts are ... (full story)
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From fxstreet.com | Feb 26, 2026
Gold price stays firm on Thursday during the North American session as geopolitical tensions remain elevated despite the beginning of the third round of talks between the US and Iran in Geneva. Also, solid data from the US kept bullion prices contained. At the time of writing, XAU/USD trades at $5,179, up 0.30%. Risk appetite takes a hit as investors ...
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