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Gold Heads for Weekly Loss as Iran Impasse Keeps Oil and Rate-Hike Risks Elevated

Gold is set to end the week lower as the US-Iran impasse keeps oil prices elevated and strengthens expectations of further Federal Reserve tightening.

By Chee Liang CFA4 min read

Singapore, 25 September 2026 – Gold was set to end the week lower as elevated oil prices and renewed expectations of further US interest-rate increases outweighed some of the safe-haven demand normally associated with geopolitical tension.

Bullion traded around US$4,270 an ounce, down more than 2% from the previous Friday, as investors continued to focus on the inflationary consequences of the prolonged standoff between the United States and Iran.

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  • Chee Liang CFA specializes in financial advice and global economic trends, delivering clear insights to help readers navigate markets, investments, and the shifting dynamics of the world economy.