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Gold extends gains after US, Iran reach peace deal

Jun 16, 2026

New York [US], June 16: Gold rose more than 2% on Monday after US and Iran officials said they had reached an initial agreement to end their war.
By 0536 GMT the spot gold price had risen 2.5%, to $4,323.29 an ounce, its highest since June 9, and extended gains for a 3rd straight session. US Gold Futures for August Delivery rose 2.5% at $4,343.80.
Spot silver increased 3.3%, to $70.19 an ounce.
Source: Emirates News Agency

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