Bullish for Gold
Oil Supply Disruption Safe-Haven Rotation
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Steady attention in Gold coverage, without a clear trend.
Updated 14 October 2026
The bullish argument: Concerns about decreased crude oil shipments are supporting gold prices as investors seek safe-haven assets amid supply disruptions.
How attention has changed
0% of Gold coverage
Rolling 3-day share · as of 14 Oct 2026
This measures attention in published coverage, not the likelihood of a price move.
| Date | Share of coverage |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-15 | 2.8% |
| 2026-09-16 | 1.7% |
| 2026-09-17 | 2.9% |
| 2026-09-18 | 5.2% |
| 2026-09-19 | 7.9% |
| 2026-09-20 | 9.2% |
| 2026-09-21 | 8.1% |
| 2026-09-22 | 3.1% |
| 2026-09-23 | 3.4% |
| 2026-09-24 | 2.8% |
| 2026-09-25 | 2.9% |
| 2026-09-26 | 1.3% |
| 2026-09-27 | 1% |
| 2026-09-28 | 0% |
| 2026-09-29 | 0.9% |
| 2026-09-30 | 0.5% |
| 2026-10-01 | 0.4% |
| 2026-10-02 | 0% |
| 2026-10-03 | 0% |
| 2026-10-04 | 0% |
| 2026-10-05 | 0% |
| 2026-10-06 | 0% |
| 2026-10-07 | 0.9% |
| 2026-10-08 | 0.6% |
| 2026-10-09 | 0.5% |
| 2026-10-10 | 0% |
| 2026-10-11 | 0% |
| 2026-10-12 | 0% |
| 2026-10-13 | 0% |
| 2026-10-14 | 0% |
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Recent coverage
Earlier coverage
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Free Press Journal · Published 6 Oct 2026
Gold Loses Shine In Delhi, Will Dollar Pressure Push Prices Lower?
In coverage record: 7 Oct 2026
“spot gold was trading with gains at around USD 4,151 an ounce as the US dollar and crude oil prices eased.”
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Livemint · Published 28 Sep 2026
Gold Tilts Lower as Iran Impasse Continues to Fan Rate-Hike Bets
In coverage record: 29 Sep 2026
“Treasury yields dropped from multi-decade highs, helping providing some support for gold prices.”
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The Hindu Business Line · Published 24 Sep 2026
Gold muted on US Fed policy tightening bets, decline in oil
In coverage record: 25 Sep 2026
“Gold on Thursday was sandwiched between market expectations of further Federal Reserve policy tightening, which pressures the non-yielding metal, and a decline in oil prices that helped limit losses.”
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Business Standard · Published 23 Sep 2026
Gold opens ₹141 lower, silver rises ₹424 on MCX as oil prices fall
In coverage record: 24 Sep 2026
“Lower crude oil prices provided support to precious metals.”
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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
“However, weaker crude prices continue to support gold sentiment”
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CNBC TV18 · Published 22 Sep 2026
Gold, silver prices move higher; US rate outlook, oil prices in focus
In coverage record: 23 Sep 2026
“Gold and silver prices rose in early Asian trading on Sept 22, supported by softer oil prices and hopes of US-Iran talks.”
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CNBC TV18 · Published 21 Sep 2026
Gold, silver prices to track crude oil, buying on dips likely at $85
In coverage record: 22 Sep 2026
“he has heard talk on the street that the government could rationalise the duty on gold and silver, given crude prices and the currency.”
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The Economic Times · Published 19 Sep 2026
Gold rises to one-week high, heads for weekly gain on easing oil prices
In coverage record: 20 Sep 2026
“Easing of oil prices reduces inflation pressures as oil has been the main driver of overall inflation... Precious metal investors had expected a (US) rate hike and piled into short positions to take advantage of the expected selloff in gold. These positions have been rapidly unwound”
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Free Press Journal · Published 19 Sep 2026
Gold Gains Over 1% This Week As Cooling Crude Oil Prices Add Fresh Shine To Precious Metal
In coverage record: 20 Sep 2026
“Gold received support after crude oil prices declined for three consecutive sessions and fell below $100 per barrel.”
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The Economic Times · Published 18 Sep 2026
Gold prices at Rs 1.52 lakh/10 gram, silver gains Rs 1,000/kg as falling oil lends support. Key levels to track
In coverage record: 19 Sep 2026
“Gold and silver prices opened mixed on the Multi Commodity Exchange on Friday, supported by weaker oil prices and a subdued US dollar”
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Greater Kashmir · Published 18 Sep 2026
Gold rebounds Rs 1,600; silver climbs Rs 5,000 as easing oil prices lift bullion
In coverage record: 19 Sep 2026
“retreating crude oil rates eased inflation concerns and gave investors room to return to bullion after the recent sell-off”
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CNBC TV18 · Published 18 Sep 2026
Gold vs silver: How Fed rate hike, dollar and geopolitical risks affect prices
In coverage record: 19 Sep 2026
“Geopolitical uncertainty remains an important counterweight to the pressure from higher rates.”
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Livemint · Published 18 Sep 2026
Gold rises to one-week high, heads for weekly gain on easing oil prices
In coverage record: 19 Sep 2026
“Easing of oil prices reduces inflation pressures as oil has been the main driver of overall inflation... Precious metal investors had expected a rate hike and piled into short positions to take advantage of the expected selloff in gold. These positions have been rapidly unwound”
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Moneycontrol · Published 17 Sep 2026
Gold and silver price today, September 17: Check rates of 24K, 22K gold in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata other cities
In coverage record: 18 Sep 2026
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Reuters · Published 17 Sep 2026
Gold gains over 2% on weaker dollar, easing oil prices
In coverage record: 18 Sep 2026
“We've been tied very closely to an inverse relationship with energy prices based on those inflationary pressures... Energy prices are down fairly dramatically. So it's these lower energy prices that are removing some of that pressure on the gold market”
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Times of India · Published 17 Sep 2026
Gold, Silver Rate Today Live Updates: Gold rises 1% to $4,310 as investors digest Fed rate hike
In coverage record: 18 Sep 2026
“Energy prices are down fairly dramatically. So it's these lower energy prices that are removing some of that pressure on the gold market”
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Business Standard · Published 17 Sep 2026
Gold, US Treasuries surge as crude oil slide eases inflation concerns
In coverage record: 18 Sep 2026
“Gold rallied alongside Treasuries as a slump in oil prices helped ease concerns about inflation”
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Livemint · Published 16 Sep 2026
Gold and silver prices rise on MCX ahead of US Fed policy decision
In coverage record: 17 Sep 2026
“a decline in oil prices eased US dollar and 10-year bond yields”
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The Hindu Business Line · Published 16 Sep 2026
Gold, silver prices rise on bargain buying, dip in crude oil rates
In coverage record: 17 Sep 2026
“A pullback in crude oil prices improved sentiment towards bullion”
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Free Press Journal · Published 14 Sep 2026
Gold Prices Fall ₹500 In Delhi To ₹1.55 Lakh Per 10 Gram As Crude Oil Surge And Strong Dollar Pressure Bullion Markets
In coverage record: 15 Sep 2026
“ANZ expects geopolitical developments in West Asia and elevated energy costs to add to inflation, but said persistent geopolitical uncertainty could simultaneously strengthen gold's safe-haven appeal. The bank retained its 12-month gold price target of USD 5,400 an ounce, pointing to recovering gold-backed ETF holdings and speculative positions, institutional demand in China and rising investor participation in India.”
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The Hindu Business Line · Published 13 Sep 2026
Gold and silver prices: Analysts warn of volatility ahead
In coverage record: 14 Sep 2026
“Any moderation in crude prices or a less hawkish stance by the US Federal Reserve could support a recovery in gold, while renewed strength in crude oil or a hawkish policy signal may trigger fresh selling.”
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Livemint · Published 10 Sep 2026
Gold Steadies Near $4,400 as Traders Weigh Fed Rate-Hike Path
In coverage record: 11 Sep 2026
“some investors betting on its long-term value as a portfolio hedge despite near-term headwinds from rising bond yields and escalating tensions in the Middle East”
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Finbold · Published 7 Sep 2026
We asked ChatGPT what will be Gold price at end of 2026; Here’s what it said
In coverage record: 8 Sep 2026
“the artificial intelligence (AI) platform highlighted the elevated geopolitical instability – gold tends to benefit from turmoil due to its traditional status as a 'safe haven'”
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Livemint · Published 4 Sep 2026
Gold, silver prices today, 4 September: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
In coverage record: 5 Sep 2026
“The price of the yellow metal in India's retail market declined on Friday, 4 September, amid ongoing uncertainty over the US-Iran conflict, with the European Union joining the US-led 'Operation Economic Outcast' as Iran cries foul.”
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CBS News · Published 1 Sep 2026
Gold's price is down by over 21%. Where will it head this September?
In coverage record: 2 Sep 2026
“Investors often turn to gold during periods of heightened global uncertainty, and ongoing tensions involving the U.S. and Iran could increase demand for the precious metal if the conflict escalates.”
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Outlook Business · Published 30 Aug 2026
Gold Crosses $4,600: What Could Push Prices Past Goldman’s $4,900 Target?
In coverage record: 31 Aug 2026
“Wars, trade tensions and concerns about the stability of the global financial system can drive investors towards assets perceived as stores of value. Gold can benefit from both sides of this demand equation: central banks can accumulate it as part of reserve diversification, while private investors can increase exposure during periods of heightened uncertainty.”
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The Indian Express · Published 29 Aug 2026
Gold Rate Today, August 29: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices in Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and other cities
In coverage record: 30 Aug 2026
“With formal diplomatic avenues completely collapsed, sharp volatility across energy markets drove investors toward gold as a safe-haven asset. Domestic bullion markets mirrored these broader financial strains, with local gold prices fluctuating in line with international spot rates, shifting import tariffs, and currency movements.”
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Livemint · Published 28 Aug 2026
Gold, silver prices today, 28 August: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
In coverage record: 29 Aug 2026
“The price of the yellow metal in India's retail market declined on Friday, 28 August, amid ongoing uncertainty over the US-Iran conflict in the Middle East.”
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CNBC TV18 · Published 26 Aug 2026
Gold holds recent gains as markets focus on US Fed ahead of Jackson Hole symposium
In coverage record: 27 Aug 2026
“The report also pointed at concerns about inflation subsiding on Tuesday as Treasury yields decreased by five to seven basis points across the board, and oil prices fell amid optimism regarding de-escalation in the Middle East.”
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Livemint · Published 24 Aug 2026
Gold prices rise, silver drops on profit booking as focus shifts to US inflation data, US Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's speech
In coverage record: 25 Aug 2026
“Gold prices rose in early deals on the MCX on Monday, supported by a stable dollar amid a decline in crude oil prices”
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EUROPE SAYS · Published 23 Aug 2026
Gold (XAUUSD) Price Forecast: Gold Breakout Clears 200
In coverage record: 24 Aug 2026
“The geopolitical bid from Iran is adding to the rally, not cutting into it. Oil was noise on Friday. It stays noise until it is loud enough to rebuild the rate trade.”
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The Indian Express · Published 21 Aug 2026
Gold Rate Today, August 21: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices in Chennai, Mumbai…
In coverage record: 22 Aug 2026
“The rise is also linked to worries about decreased crude shipments.”
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