Gold Prices Rise on August 24, 2026 Amid Policy Interventions and Geopolitical Tensions
On Monday, August 24, 2026, the price of gold (GC=F) opened at $4,673.40 per troy ounce but quickly rose to over $4,712 by midday ET after opening down slightly from Friday's close. This marked a significant rebound as prices pushed above key resistance levels not seen since May 2026. Analysts attribute the recent rally in gold and silver to monetary policy shifts, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, and ongoing inflationary pressures. A major factor has been the U.S. Treasury's decision to double its long-term bond buyback program to $4 billion per session, which triggered increased speculative buying across precious metals markets. The persistent conflict with Iran is also reinforcing gold’s role as a safe-haven asset amid rising energy prices and global uncertainty.
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