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Gold, silver rates today: Amid signs of de-escalation in US-Iran war, COMEX gold above $4,600/oz, silver price jumps 7%

Gold and silver rates today snapped their losing run to gain as much as 7% on Wednesday, March 25. Check out the latest COMEX gold and silver prices, along with experts' take on the near-term outlook.

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Positive for markets

Sentiment score: +65/100

Moderate impact Short-term (days)

WHAT THIS MEANS

Gold and silver surged on de-escalation signals in US-Iran tensions, with silver jumping 7% and gold holding above $4,600/oz. Risk-off sentiment (VIX +3.06%) supports safe-haven demand, but the move is still developing with fresh catalyst.

AI CONFIDENCE

72% High

SENTIMENT GAUGE

NEWS POWER SCORE

AFFECTED ASSETS

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Gold Futures

GC=FCommodity

Expected to rise

De-escalation in US-Iran tensions reduces geopolitical premium but safe-haven demand from elevated VIX (26.95) supports gold above $4,600/oz; momentum is fresh (9 min old) and not yet fully absorbed

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Oil (WTI Crude)

CL=FCommodity

Expected to decline

De-escalation in Middle East tensions typically reduces oil risk premium; crude likely to face headwinds despite safe-haven flows

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^VIX

^VIXIndex

High volatility expected

VIX elevated at 26.95 (+3.06%) but de-escalation signals may cap further upside; conflicting signals suggest consolidation

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SPY

SPYETF

High volatility expected

S&P 500 down 0.37% reflects risk-off mood, but de-escalation could trigger relief rally; direction unclear near-term

PRICE HISTORY

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⚡ SUGGESTED ACTION

Gold momentum is fresh and VIX elevation supports further upside; consider long GC=F on dips with stop below $4,580. Silver's 7% jump may face profit-taking, but safe-haven demand likely persists if geopolitical tensions remain elevated. [MOVE:2.5%]

KEY SIGNALS

Fresh de-escalation catalyst (9 min old, not yet fully priced)Silver +7% momentum suggests strong safe-haven rotationVIX elevated at 26.95 supports precious metals bidS&P 500 weakness (-0.37%) confirms risk-off environmentGold holding above $4,600/oz technical support

SECTORS INVOLVED

CommoditiesPrecious MetalsEnergy

Analysis generated on Mar 25, 2026 at 01:25 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: Amid signs of de-escalation in US-Iran war, COMEX gold above $4,600/oz, silver price jumps 7%

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