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Gold, silver rates today: Gold prices slip below $5,200 an ounce, silver prices near $85. Time to buy amid US-Iran war?

Gold, silver rates today: Spot gold rate today fell 0.39% to $5,159 per ounce, slipping below the $5,200 level. Meanwhile, spot silver was trading 0.12% higher at $85.65 per ounce during Asian trading hours on Thursday.

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Neutral impact

Sentiment score: -15/100

Moderate impact Short-term (days)

WHAT THIS MEANS

Gold prices declined 0.39% to $5,159/oz, breaking below the $5,200 psychological level, while silver remained relatively stable at $85.65/oz. The pullback presents potential buying opportunities amid geopolitical tensions, though market sentiment remains cautious.

AI CONFIDENCE

72% High

SENTIMENT GAUGE

NEWS POWER SCORE

AFFECTED ASSETS

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Gold Futures

GC=FCommodity

Expected to decline

Gold spot price declined 0.39% to $5,159/oz, breaking below $5,200 support level due to profit-taking and potential USD strength

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Silver Futures

SI=FCommodity

Expected to rise

Silver showed resilience with 0.12% gain to $85.65/oz, maintaining support despite gold weakness

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Euro / US Dollar

EURUSDCurrency

High volatility expected

Precious metals weakness may correlate with USD strength, affecting EUR/USD dynamics

PRICE HISTORY

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⚡ SUGGESTED ACTION

Consider accumulating gold on dips below $5,160 with stop-loss at $5,100, targeting $5,300 resistance. Monitor geopolitical developments closely as escalation could trigger sharp reversal upward; silver offers better risk-reward at current levels near $85.

KEY SIGNALS

Gold broke below $5,200 psychological supportSilver holding near $85 resistanceGeopolitical risk premium (US-Iran tensions) supporting floorProfit-taking after recent rallyAsian trading hours showing consolidation pattern

SECTORS INVOLVED

CommoditiesPrecious MetalsSafe-Haven Assets

Analysis generated on Mar 12, 2026 at 01:28 UTC

Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by artificial intelligence for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, investment recommendation, or solicitation. Original reporting by Livemint. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Gold, silver rates today: Gold prices slip below $5,200 an ounce, silver prices near $85. Time to buy amid US-Iran war?

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