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Gold prices climbed sharply on Wednesday, marking the sixth gain in eight sessions as easing geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran renewed investor appetite for the precious metal. Spot gold XAU/USD rose 2% to $4,762.14 per ounce, while gold futures advanced 2.3% to $4,785.25 per ounce by mid-afternoon trading.
The rally comes after gold suffered its steepest monthly decline in over 17 years at the end of March, weighed down by inflation fears tied to the ongoing Iran conflict. The war has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz — a vital shipping corridor carrying roughly one-fifth of the world's oil and gas supply — sending energy prices soaring globally and cooling demand for non-yielding assets like gold.
Sentiment shifted after President Trump announced on Truth Social that Iran had formally requested a ceasefire. Trump indicated Washington would consider the proposal once the Strait of Hormuz is fully reopened. He had earlier hinted the U.S. could withdraw from the conflict within two to three weeks. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian separately confirmed Tehran's willingness to end hostilities, provided certain security guarantees were met.
The prospect of de-escalation eased inflation concerns that have kept central banks cautious. While the Federal Reserve opted to hold interest rates steady, institutions including the European Central Bank and the Bank of Japan signaled potential rate hikes to combat energy-driven inflation — moves that had previously pressured gold by boosting yields and dollar strength.
Market analysts note that gold's recent rebound, following a 20–25% drop from January highs near $5,600, reflects technical recovery rather than a definitive trend reversal. Key resistance remains in the mid-$4,500 range, and sustained upward momentum will depend on confirmed diplomatic progress and clearer signals on global interest rate direction. Silver and platinum also posted modest gains on Wednesday.
