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Gold and Silver Plunge Amid Iran War Concerns

3/19/2026

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  • On March 19, 2026, gold fell 4.9% to over $4,600 an ounce and silver fell 9.5% to $68.22 as Iran war concerns and inflation weighed on prices.
  • Mining stocks linked to these metals also fell.
  • The Federal Reserve maintained rates, citing uncertainty from the conflict.
  • High producer prices and shifting expectations for rates affect silver.
  • Investors are closely monitoring the situation as volatility is expected to persist.