1/4/2026, 10:29:01 am

Trump Iran exit plan lifts gold, silver; worst month looms

US President Donald Trump's statement on ending the war with Iran within two to three weeks led to an uptick in precious metals, with spot gold reaching $4,680/oz and silver near $74/oz. Despite early gains, precious metals remain on track for their worst-ever monthly decline. Oil prices, however, steadied near record-high levels.