{
  "id": 65435,
  "title": "Gold recovers above $4,050 as Trump pauses Iran strikes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/03/gold-recovers-above-4-050-as-trump-pauses-iran-strikes",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-08-03T01:02:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "FXStreet",
    "slug": "fxstreet",
    "url": "https://www.fxstreet.com/news/gold-recovers-above-4-050-as-trump-pauses-iran-strikes-202608030102"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Gold price (XAU/USD) sees a recovery above $4,050 during the early Asian session on Monday, as traders hold out hope for a breakthrough in talks between the United States and Iran. President Donald Trump temporarily halted Iran strikes following what he claimed was a rapid agreement on Iran's nuclear program and the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. US President paused the strikes in anticipation of a breakthrough and in response to requests from Tehran and other regional countries. Despite reports that Iranian officials dismissed Trump's claim as a \"new lie,\" and that Iranian forces remained on high alert, traders closely monitor US-Iran developments as any progress could provide support to the precious metal. However, tensions in the Middle East could potentially cap the upside for gold, pushing crude oil prices up and prompting central banks to maintain elevated interest rates for longer. This could make gold less attractive as a hedge against inflation, as it does not yield interest, unlike other assets. Central banks, the largest holders of gold, added 1,136 tonnes worth around $70 billion to their reserves in 2022, the highest yearly purchase since records began. This increase in gold reserves is seen as a sign of trust in a country's solvency. Geopolitical instability or concerns of a deep recession can trigger a rise in gold prices, due to its status as a safe haven asset. As gold is priced in US dollars, a weaker dollar is likely to push gold prices up. With the Fed decision and an awaited NFP report, employment data from Canada and New Zealand, and Chinese trade and Japanese wage data, gold's future movements remain heavily dependent on the US Dollar's performance.",
  "summary": "Gold prices rose above $4,050, or more precisely to around $4,060, during the early Asian session on Monday. This increase is attributed to hopes of a breakthrough between the United States and Iran. According to US President Donald Trump, new talks with Iran were set to begin on Monday.\n\nPresident Trump had called off new attacks on Iran, stating that an end to the war is close. He also emphasized his desire for a negotiated end, saying he is \"not looking to kill people.\" The decision to pause strikes was reportedly influenced by requests from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. Trump mentioned that these countries, along with Iranian officials, had urged him to hold off on an attack as they worked towards a deal.\n\nGlobal oil prices fell on Monday morning in Asia trading following Trump's announcement. Brent Crude oil was down by 4%. The US president expressed optimism about reaching a deal with Iran, which would include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and a resolution to the impasse over Tehran's nuclear capabilities.",
  "key_points": [
    "Gold price surpasses $4,050 amid US-Iran talks",
    "Trump halts Iran strikes after alleged nuclear deal",
    "Central banks added 1,136 tonnes of gold in 2022"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}