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Gold and silver surge on US Iran ceasefire hopes as traders await key US jobs data
Economy
Published on 8 May 2026
Ceasefire chatter lifts prices, but jobs data looms
Gold and silver prices rose this week as markets reacted to US Iran ceasefire signals and positioned themselves ahead of the US nonfarm payrolls report. Gold led gains and was on track for a weekly increase, while silver, platinum, and palladium also climbed. Analysts warn the trend could remain choppy as geopolitics and interest rate expectations shift.
- Gold is set for a weekly gain as prices climb
- US Iran ceasefire news boosted precious metals sentiment
- Traders are watching the US nonfarm payrolls report closely
- Geopolitics and rate outlook may keep price moves uneven
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