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A Barrel of Oil, an Ounce of Gold, and a Delicate Diplomacy Story   Precious metals started the week between two strong narratives: hopes for peace and concerns over higher-for-longer interest rates. While U.S.–Iran diplomacy is back on the table, markets still have no final agreement to price in. Instead, the latest talks point to a cautious roadmap, including steps on safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz and regional de-escalation. For gold, geopolitics is only one part of the story. The Fed remains the main pressure point, with this week’s core PCE data likely to shape the next market view. Gold is trading at $4,191, down 0.67%, while silver is showing a stronger tone around $66. Platinum and palladium remain softer, at $1,674 and $1,272 respectively. For now, precious metals remain caught between the hope of peace and the shadow of interest rates.   For full analysis: https://lnkd.in/dbAZ-Si2