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Gold Retreats as Dollar Strength Counters Safe-Haven Demand Amid Middle East Conflict

Gold Retreats as Dollar Strength Counters Safe-Haven Demand Amid Middle East Conflict

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Global Cryptocurrency
Published:
2026-03-03 11:43:02
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Gold prices declined sharply on Tuesday, snapping a four-day rally as a resurgent US dollar outweighed safe-haven demand fueled by escalating Middle East tensions. Spot gold fell to $5,316.38 per ounce in Singapore trading after briefly touching $5,379.65 earlier in the session.

The dollar's 1% weekly gain to its highest level since January created headwinds for dollar-denominated assets. This came despite significant geopolitical risk after US-Israeli strikes killed Iran's Supreme Leader, triggering missile retaliation across the region.

Precious metals faced broad selling pressure, with silver plunging 7.1% while platinum and palladium also retreated. Meanwhile, Brent crude's surge past $80 per barrel reignited inflation concerns, potentially delaying anticipated Federal Reserve rate cuts.

Logistical disruptions compounded the market turmoil as Dubai's gold shipments ground to a halt following UAE airspace closures and airline suspensions. The simultaneous flight to safety and dollar-driven selloff created rare divergence in traditional asset correlations.

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