Event Brief
Gold falls as Iran tensions lift inflation fears
Filed: May 26, 2026 at 2:04 AM ET
Summary: Gold prices fell after renewed US military strikes in Iran pushed oil higher and raised inflation concerns.
WHO: Gold market
WHAT: Spot gold fell 0.7% to $4,537.54 an ounce.
WHEN: May 26, 2026 at 1:07 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Renewed US military strikes in Iran pushed oil prices higher, raising concerns inflation could stay elevated and keep interest rates higher for longer.
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