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Gold Rises Amid Market Volatility; Oil Prices Surge

3/21/2026

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On March 20, 2026, spot gold rose 0.3% to $4,662.51 after heavy selling.
Silver fell 1.7% to $71.62 on the same day.
Oil prices rose due to tensions from the Iran war, heightening inflation concerns.
Analysts cite the Federal Reserve's hawkish stance and higher real yields weighing on gold.
Central banks continued to buy gold, suggesting potential for higher prices despite volatility.

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Story summary

On March 20, 2026, spot gold rose 0.3% to $4,662.51 after heavy selling.
Silver fell 1.7% to $71.62 on the same day.
Oil prices rose due to tensions from the Iran war, heightening inflation concerns.
Analysts cite the Federal Reserve's hawkish stance and higher real yields weighing on gold.
Central banks continued to buy gold, suggesting potential for higher prices despite volatility.