Gold, silver whipsawed by global tensions

Gold and silver prices continue fluctuating sharply as the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict drives oil prices higher and fuels renewed volatility across global commodity markets. Rising crude prices, geopolitical uncertainty and inflation concerns have contributed to major swings in precious metals for most of 2026.

Gold and silver prices are continuing to swing wildly as escalating tensions between the United States and Iran send shockwaves through global commodity markets and drive oil prices sharply higher. The latest phase of the conflict began in late February following co-ordinated U.S.-Israeli strikes against Iranian nuclear and military targets, adding fresh uncertainty to already... Continue reading →

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