Gold Posts Second Weekly Decline Amid US-Iran Tensions and Uncertain Outlook

Gold experienced a second consecutive weekly decline as US-Iran tensions remain unresolved, impacting inflation expectations and central bank rate cut prospects. The precious metal closed nearly flat despite fluctuations, with the dollar strengthening against gold due to potential tariff threats. Analysts remain bullish on gold, citing central bank gold purchases.

By Jack Ryan and Wendy Wells Sat, May 2, 2026 at 12:41 AM GMT+3 2 min read · Yahoo Finance ·

Gold Posts Second Weekly Decline Amid US-Iran Tensions and Uncertain Outlook

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Topics: Central Bank Policy Geopolitical Risk Gold Inflation US-Iran Relations

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