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Precious Metals Price Performance
Percentage increase in precious metals during early trade on May 25, 2026.
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Gold rises as dollar, oil ease on US-Iran deal prospects
Gold prices rose more than 1% on Monday, as optimism for a breakthrough in U.S.-Iran peace negotiations weakened the dollar and eased oil prices, which softened the inflation outlook.
Gold, Silver Rise on Hopes of US-Iran Strait of Hormuz Deal
Spot gold and silver prices rose during early Asian trading on Monday morning, May 25, driven by signs that the United States and Iran are nearing an agreement to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The potential deal has eased investor fears regarding global inflation. Spot gold was trading up 1.35% at approximately $4,564 per ounce, while spot silver jumped more than 3% to stand above $78 per ounce. Platinum and palladium also recorded gains in the wake of the news. A US official stated on Sunday that negotiations on the specific wording of the agreement are still underway, and final approval by both parties could take several days. President Trump has stated he will not "rush" into a deal. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most vital energy shipping chokepoints, and closures due to conflict significantly impact global oil prices and inflation data. Previously, Secretary of State Rubio suggested "some good news" regarding the strait might appear soon. This rebound follows a drop last Friday after Federal Reserve Governor Waller warned that energy shocks from conflict with Iran could worsen inflation, increasing bets on stricter monetary policy. Gold prices are down approximately 14% since conflict erupted in late February.
Gold rises on weaker dollar as investor weigh US-Iran peace deal ...
Gold prices rose more than 1% on Monday, supported by a weaker dollar and lower oil prices, as investors weighed prospects of a breakthrough in U.S.-Iran peace negotiations. FUNDAMENTALS * Spot gold rose 1.4% to $4,570.88 per ounce by 0045 GMT. U.S. gold futures for June delivery gained 1.1% to $4,572.90. * The dollar fell, making greenback-priced bullion more affordable for holders of other currencies. [USD/] * U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday he had told his representatives not to rush into any deal with Iran, as his administration played down hopes of an imminent breakthrough in the three-month-old war that had been raised a day earlier. * A day earlier, Trump said Washington and Iran had "largely negotiated" a memorandum of understanding on a peace deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz. * Oil prices hit two-week lows on Monday on optimism that the U.S. and Iran were moving closer towards a peace deal even though they remained at odds over key issues. [O/R] * Kevin Warsh was sworn in as chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve on Friday at a pivotal moment for an American economy where surging gasoline prices due to the Iran war are pushing up inflation and eroding consumer sentiment. * Gold kept trading at a steep discount in India last week, as price volatility dampened demand, while premiums eased in China. [GOL/AS] * Gold speculators cut net long position by 6,239 contracts to 94,388 in the week to May 19. [CFTC/] * Spot silver climbed 3.9% to $78.42 per ounce, platinum rose 1.9% to $1,959.85, and palladium was up 1.9% at $1,373.25.
Gold, silver gain as softer dollar and Iran peace hopes ... - CNBCTV18
Gold and silver prices surge as a weaker US dollar, lower oil and US Iran peace talks boost safe haven demand, with markets eyeing Fed policy signals.By Anshul May 25, 2026, 7:16:01 AM IST (Published)2 Min ReadGold and silver prices rose sharply in international markets on Monday (May 25), supported by a weaker US dollar and lower crude oil prices, while investors continued to track developments around possible peace negotiations between the US and Iran. COMEX gold was trading at $4,563 per ounce, up $39.80 or 0.88%, after touching an intraday high of $4,582.60 an ounce. COMEX silver climbed 2.89% to $78.40 per ounce. The dollar weakened on Monday (May 25), making dollar-denominated bullion cheaper for holders of other currencies and supporting demand for precious metals. Investor sentiment remained focused on geopolitical developments after US President Donald Trump said Washington and Tehran had “largely negotiated” a memorandum of understanding aimed at easing tensions and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. However, Trump later said he had instructed US representatives not to rush into any agreement with Iran, tempering expectations of an immediate breakthrough. Oil prices fell to two-week lows amid optimism over potential progress in US-Iran talks, easing some inflation concerns globally. Analysts said lower oil prices and continued geopolitical uncertainty supported safe-haven demand for gold and silver. Market participants are also monitoring the US Federal Reserve after Kevin Warsh took charge as Fed chair on Friday, at a time when rising energy costs linked to the Iran conflict are contributing to inflation pressures. Analysts expect bullion prices to remain sensitive to headlines around the US-Iran negotiations and upcoming US economic data, including GDP, housing numbers, consumer confidence and Personal Consumption Expenditure inflation readings, which could provide further direction on the Federal Reserve’s policy path. Pranav Mer, Vice President, EBG - Commodity & Currency Research at JM Financial, said gold prices may remain range-bound in the near term, while silver could continue to outperform amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. Jateen Trivedi, VP Research Analyst - Commodity and Currency at LKP Securities, said the recent correction in crude oil prices has eased some inflation worries, while the recovery in the rupee limited gains in domestic gold prices last week. On the domestic front, MCX gold futures had settled near ₹1.58 lakh...
