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Gold prices fall amid inflation, interest rate concerns

Published: 23 Apr 2026 - 09:03 am | Last Updated: 23 Apr 2026 - 09:08 am
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Singapore: Gold prices dropped amid volatile trading Thursday, April 23, 2026, as rising oil prices heightened concerns about inflation and persistently high interest rates. Meanwhile, investors are awaiting clearer direction on the potential peace talks between the United States and Iran.

Spot gold fell 0.7 percent to $4,705.09 per ounce, while US gold futures for June delivery declined 0.6 percent to $4,722.10.

Among other precious metals, spot silver fell 1.4 percent to $76.64 per ounce, platinum lost 1.3 percent to $2,048.25, and palladium dropped 1 percent to $1,529.25.