Bullish for Gold
Israel-Iran Oil Risk Gold Bid
Stable
Steady attention in Gold coverage, without a clear trend.
Updated 14 October 2026
The bullish argument: The potential for an Israeli assault on Iran's oil infrastructure is supporting precious metals like gold.
How attention has changed
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This measures attention in published coverage, not the likelihood of a price move.
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The argument and its evidence
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Recent coverage
Earlier coverage
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Livemint · Published 6 Oct 2026
Gold and silver price today, Oct 6: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver in Mumbai, Delhi, other cities
In coverage record: 7 Oct 2026
“The price of the yellow metal in India's retail market declined on Tuesday, 6 October, amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty between the US and Iran.”
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Livemint · Published 30 Sep 2026
Gold, silver prices today, 30 September: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
In coverage record: 1 Oct 2026
“The price of the yellow metal in India's retail market rose on Wednesday, 30 September, amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty between the US and Iran.”
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Livemint · Published 23 Sep 2026
Gold vs Silver: Which metal to invest in for maximum profit amid ongoing US-Iran war and oil on the boil?
In coverage record: 24 Sep 2026
“Gold is expected to outperform silver, as it has a stronger direct correlation with geopolitical tensions and serves as a traditional safe-haven asset.”
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Moneycontrol · Published 22 Sep 2026
Gold and silver price today, September 22: Check rates of 24K, 22K gold in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata other cities
In coverage record: 23 Sep 2026
“Spot gold surged marginally, hovering just above 4,350 per ounce, up 0.14 percent in early trading on September 22, and US gold futures traded with a 0.03 percent increase to $4,385.40 per ounce (02:03 GMT) amid escalating US-Iran tensions”
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Livemint · Published 10 Sep 2026
Gold, silver prices today, 10 September: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
In coverage record: 11 Sep 2026
“The price of the yellow metal in India's retail market declined on Thursday, 10 September, amid ongoing uncertainty over the US-Iran conflict and a peaceful resolution to the same, with the US destroying Iranian oil tankers in retaliation for an attempt to attack an American warship.”
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The Economic Times · Published 10 Sep 2026
Gold prices dip to Rs 1.53 lakh, silver falls Rs 1,500/kg ahead of US inflation data. What should you do?
In coverage record: 11 Sep 2026
“Geopolitical tensions have added another layer of support. Iran said on Wednesday that it had attacked 10 ships near the Strait of Hormuz after the U.S. sank five Iranian oil tankers.”
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The Economic Times · Published 10 Sep 2026
Gold rate today (September 10, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k, 18k gold jewellery prices from Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, Tanishq & IBJA in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad & more citie
In coverage record: 11 Sep 2026
“Geopolitical risk stayed elevated after Iran vowed to resist the U.S. naval blockade and threatened retaliation for continued strikes, while Trump suggested the conflict could persist past the November midterms.”
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CNBC TV18 · Published 9 Sep 2026
Gold, silver prices: What rising oil and US
In coverage record: 10 Sep 2026
“Geopolitical tensions can support demand for gold as investors seek safe-haven assets.”
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The Indian Express · Published 1 Sep 2026
Gold Rate Today, September 1: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices in Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and other cities
In coverage record: 2 Sep 2026
“With formal diplomatic avenues completely collapsed, sharp volatility across energy markets drove investors toward gold as a safe-haven asset.”
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Livemint · Published 21 Aug 2026
Gold, silver prices today, 21 August: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
In coverage record: 22 Aug 2026
“The price of the yellow metal in India's retail market rose on Friday, 21 August, amid ongoing uncertainty over the US-Iran conflict in the Middle East.”
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India Today · Published 20 Aug 2026
Gold nears Rs 1.60 lakh, silver crosses Rs 2.4 lakh: What should investors do now?
In coverage record: 21 Aug 2026
“For gold, geopolitical tensions can provide additional support as investors often turn to the precious metal during periods of uncertainty.”
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Greater Kashmir · Published 18 Aug 2026
Gold surges Rs 2,000 to Rs 1.58 lakh/10g; silver rises Rs 730 in Delhi
In coverage record: 19 Aug 2026
“Gold was hovering around USD 4,392 per ounce as crude oil rebounded on supply concerns emanating from West Asia, Praveen Singh, Head of Commodities at Mirae Asset ShareKhan, said. Oil prices gained after the 60-day US-Iran ceasefire expired on Monday.”
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Daily Excelsior · Published 18 Aug 2026
Gold surges Rs 2,000 to Rs 1.58 lakh/10g; silver rises Rs 730 in Delhi
In coverage record: 19 Aug 2026
“Gold was hovering around USD 4,392 per ounce as crude oil rebounded on supply concerns emanating from West Asia, Praveen Singh, Head of Commodities at Mirae Asset ShareKhan, said. Oil prices gained after the 60-day US-Iran ceasefire expired on Monday.”
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India Today · Published 18 Aug 2026
Gold, silver prices under pressure: Is this a buying opportunity for investors?
In coverage record: 19 Aug 2026
“Gold is often seen as a safe-haven asset. When uncertainty rises, investors tend to increase their exposure to gold to protect their portfolios from sudden market shocks.”
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Free Press Journal · Published 17 Aug 2026
Gold Rebounds ₹600 To ₹1.56 Lakh, Weak US Dollar Revives Bullion Demand
In coverage record: 18 Aug 2026
“US President Donald Trump was preparing additional economic sanctions against Iran. Reports of a continued blockade of Iranian ports also kept uncertainty high.”
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Devdiscourse · Published 13 Aug 2026
Gold Rush: Central Banks' Reacquaintance with Bullion
In coverage record: 14 Aug 2026
“Amid geopolitical uncertainties like the U.S.-Iran tensions, gold stands as a potential safe-haven”
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Livemint · Published 10 Aug 2026
Gold, silver prices today, 10 August: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
In coverage record: 11 Aug 2026
“Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran is not currently in direct talks with the US to end the war with Iran and open the Strait of Hormuz, despite Washington's assertions that a deal is near”
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Times of India · Published 9 Aug 2026
Gold, silver prices seen rising next week as US inflation data, West Asia tensions guide markets
In coverage record: 10 Aug 2026
“Developments involving the US and Iran will also remain a key factor for bullion markets. Any unexpected diplomatic or military announcement could trigger sharp moves in gold and silver when markets reopen on Monday.”
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Times of India · Published 5 Aug 2026
Gold Price Live Updates: Bullion steadies as markets as dollar softens, international gold stands at $4,081
In coverage record: 6 Aug 2026
“Traders are also tracking developments in the US-Iran conflict, rising oil prices and their potential impact on inflation, all of which could influence the Fed's policy outlook and gold demand”
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The Hindu Business Line · Published 5 Aug 2026
Small-cap stocks hit record high as Nifty treads water
In coverage record: 6 Aug 2026
“Gold held firm, with MCX Gold gaining around ₹1,800 to trade near ₹1,46,150 and COMEX Gold advancing close to $70 to around $4,152 per ounce, supported by optimism around US-Iran talks, though uncertainty over a final deal kept geopolitical risk premium intact in bullion”
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Livemint · Published 5 Aug 2026
Gold, silver prices today, 5 August: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
In coverage record: 6 Aug 2026
“The price of the yellow metal in India's retail market rose on 5 August amid continued uncertainty and tensions between the United States and Iran, following the US military's claim that the Strait of Hormuz was open to all commercial vessels.”
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The Economic Times · Published 3 Aug 2026
Gold gains as oil slumps after Trump holds off on Iran attack
In coverage record: 4 Aug 2026
“Gold rose on Monday as oil prices tumbled after U.S. President Donald Trump held off on a fresh attack on Iran in hopes of a swift deal, slightly easing concerns about inflation and higher interest rates.”
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NewsX · Published 30 Jul 2026
Gold, Silver Prices Today (July 30): Check City-Wise 18K, 22K, 24K Gold and Silver Rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and More
In coverage record: 31 Jul 2026
“Gold was also backed by rising geopolitical risks amid the latest strikes in Iran by the US forces.”
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Livemint · Published 30 Jul 2026
Gold, silver prices today, 30 July: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
In coverage record: 31 Jul 2026
“US forces began launching strikes against Iran at 8 pm Wednesday stateside, retaliating against Iranian missile attacks on American forces in the region, raising the possibility of further escalation of the conflict”
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CNBC TV18 · Published 27 Jul 2026
Gold, silver prices rise on MCX as global tensions ease. What it means for buyers
In coverage record: 28 Jul 2026
“The pause in military action between the US and Iran has reduced immediate geopolitical risks, sending crude oil prices sharply lower. The easing of the US-Iran conflict has reduced the risk premium embedded in gold prices, creating an opportunity for buyers who had delayed purchases.”
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Livemint · Published 27 Jul 2026
Gold, silver prices today, 27 July: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
In coverage record: 28 Jul 2026
“The price of the yellow metal in India's retail market also rose, amid continued uncertainty and tensions between the United States and Iran”
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The Hindu Business Line · Published 26 Jul 2026
Gold and silver: What will drive prices this week?
In coverage record: 27 Jul 2026
“Market sentiment will continue to be driven by developments in the US-Iran geopolitical situation, the direction of crude oil prices, and their impact on inflation expectations ahead of the US Federal Reserve's policy decision on July 29”
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The Economic Times · Published 25 Jul 2026
Why gold is showing signs of reversal after recent selling pressure
In coverage record: 26 Jul 2026
“Renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly involving the United States and Iran, have revived safe-haven demand and helped gold defend key technical support levels.”
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The Indian Express · Published 22 Jul 2026
Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices in Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and other cities
In coverage record: 23 Jul 2026
“Because the region remains unpredictable despite these diplomatic efforts, investors continue turning to gold to safeguard against economic instability.”
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Livemint · Published 22 Jul 2026
Gold, silver prices today, 22 July: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
In coverage record: 23 Jul 2026
“The price of the yellow metal in India's retail market rose on Wednesday, 22 July, amid continued tensions between the United States and Iran.”
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CNBC TV18 · Published 21 Jul 2026
Gold crosses ₹1.42 lakh per 10 grams in India, silver nears ₹2.21 lakh per kg
In coverage record: 22 Jul 2026
“Gold price has continued its upward momentum as investors weighed diplomatic efforts to ease the US-Iran conflict, which could temper oil-driven inflation risks and influence the US Federal Reserve's interest rate path.”
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Livemint · Published 17 Jul 2026
Gold, silver prices today, 17 July: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
In coverage record: 18 Jul 2026
“The price of the yellow metal in India's retail market rose on Friday, 17 July, amid continued tensions between the United States and Iran.”
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Livemint · Published 15 Jul 2026
Gold, silver prices fall on MCX as escalating US-Iran tensions overshadow weak US inflation data
In coverage record: 16 Jul 2026
“However, the US-Iran conflict remains a key factor that will decide how gold and silver prices move in the near future. Tensions have been escalating and no major diplomatic efforts are visible at this juncture to diffuse the tensions.”
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Moneycontrol · Published 14 Jul 2026
Stock Market Live: Nifty below 24,100, Sensex down 480 pts; HCLTech down 2%, Biocon up 3%
In coverage record: 15 Jul 2026
“Gold rose on Tuesday after hitting a two-week low earlier in the session, as markets awaited key U.S. inflation data, with escalating U.S.-Iran tensions driving oil prices higher and reinforcing expectations of further Federal Reserve rate hikes.”
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The Economic Times · Published 14 Jul 2026
Gold prices snap 2-day fall, silver at Rs 2.18 lakh/kg despite rising oil prices, rate hike fears. Key levels to watch today
In coverage record: 15 Jul 2026
“escalating US-Iran tensions boosted safe-haven demand. The latest weakness in bullion came as the U.S. military carried out a third consecutive night of strikes against Iran, while two tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz”
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The Indian Express · Published 8 Jul 2026
Gold Rate Today, July 8: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices in Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and other cities
In coverage record: 9 Jul 2026
“Geopolitical friction in the Middle East seemed to calm down in June due to an unexpected short-term pact between Washington and Tehran. However, long-term peace is still highly fragile; animosity has flared up again because Israel opposed the arrangement and cross-border skirmishes persisted, threatening to derail the delicate truce.”
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Free Press Journal · Published 21 Jun 2026
Bullion Outlook Next Week, US-Iran Talks & Crude Oil Prices To Drive Gold-Silver Trend
In coverage record: 22 Jun 2026
“Recent tensions increased concerns after Iran claimed it had closed the Strait of Hormuz following Israeli strikes in Lebanon, though US officials said shipping continued normally.”
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CNBC TV18 · Published 26 May 2026
Gold rises, silver jumps over 1% as US
In coverage record: 27 May 2026
“The gains in precious metals came as geopolitical uncertainty in the West Asia continued to support safe-haven demand.”
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The Economic Times · Published 12 May 2026
U.S Stock Market on Tuesday: S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq for record trading? These factors will decide
In coverage record: 12 May 2026
“Gold prices reversed course to rise in volatile trading on Monday, as investors assessed developments in U.S.-Iran diplomacy.”
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Livemint · Published 11 May 2026
Gold, silver prices today: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver on 11 May in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
In coverage record: 11 May 2026
“The movement now in precious metals is going to be governed by how the US-Israel war against Iran plays out.”
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Zee News · Published 9 May 2026
Gold surges 1.83% this week amid persistent tensions in Strait of Hormuz
In coverage record: 9 May 2026
“Precious metals continued to rise for four consecutive sessions as optimism over a potential US‑Iran peace agreement and a softer US dollar outweighed a stronger‑than‑expected US jobs report.”
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Free Press Journal · Published 8 May 2026
Gold Surges ₹842 to ₹1,53,103; Silver ₹2,62,723 As US-Iran Tensions Escalate
In coverage record: 8 May 2026
“Gold and silver prices traded higher on Friday amid renewed geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, with precious metals surging up to 1 per cent.”
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Times Now · Published 5 Apr 2026
Gold Rate Today Live Updates, April 6 2026: Domestic Rates Hold at Rs 1.51 Lakh/10g; Check Prices In Delhi, Mumbai And Other Major Cities
In coverage record: 5 Apr 2026
“Gold rates in India remain steady on Monday, April 6, 2026, reflecting ongoing geopolitical tensions related to the US-Israel-Iran.”
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India TV News · Published 25 Mar 2026
Strong rebound: Gold price jumps Rs 18,000 in just 2 days, silver rises by Rs 37,500 on MCX
In coverage record: 25 Mar 2026
“Snapping their losing streak, precious metals have registered a strong rebound, buoyed by a softer dollar. The strong recovery comes amid possibilities of a de-escalation of the Iran war and negotiations between the United States and Iran.”
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