Gold price prediction: How will gold prices react this week to Middle East tensions?

Gold price prediction today: Rising tensions in the Middle East and developments around US, Israel and Iran are expected to keep gold prices volatile this week, says Manav Modi, Senior Analyst,…

2 Mar, 03:51 — 2 Mar, 07:38

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Why this matters

Gold is traditionally seen as a safe-haven asset, meaning its price often rises during times of economic or political uncertainty. The significant increase in gold prices reflects heightened investor anxiety and a perception of increased risk due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly involving major global powers like the US and Iran.

Key entitiesGold Middle East Iran United States Investors

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What 5 sources agree on, dispute, and miss

What sources agree on

Gold prices have significantly increased internationally
The rise in gold prices is linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East
The conflict between the US and Iran is a key driver of these tensions
Gold is acting as a safe-haven asset for investors

Key claims4 unverified

Gold prices in Turkey increased by over 2%

unverified·iefimerida

Gold prices in the UAE jumped over Dh10 per gram

unverified·Times of India

Gold prices in Dubai jumped over Dh9 per gram

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The price of gold per tola rose by Rs13,300 in Pakistan

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Coverage gaps

Specific percentage increase of gold prices in Turkey (over 2%)

Reportediefimerida

MissingTimes of Indiakhaleej-timesexpress-tribune+1

Specific increase in gold prices in Pakistan (Rs13,300 per tola)

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MissingiefimeridaTimes of Indiakhaleej-times+1

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Source Diversity

High (71/100)

5 sources33/33

Spectrum spread— 3/5 buckets covered17/33

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Center (2)

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Right (2)

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Geographic diversity— 5 regions21/34

Greece1India1UAE1Pakistan1US1

Political spectrum

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Outlet rating This story

SourceOutletiGeneral editorial lean of the outletStoryiHow they covered this specific storyToneFactuality

iefimeridacenter-leftcenter-leftneutral—Reports market data with geopolitical context

express-tribunecentercenterneutralMostly FactualReports local and international market trends

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Coverage leans: balanced

The coverage is largely factual and market-focused, reporting on gold price movements and their geopolitical drivers without significant political leaning.

Sources

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual61d ago

UAE gold prices jump over Dh10 as US–Iran tensions escalate in Middle East

Gold prices in the UAE surged dramatically on March 2, 2026, by over Dh10 per gram, mirroring global anxieties over escalating Middle East conflicts. This safe-haven rally, fueled by geopolitical tensions and persistent inflation, saw 24K gold reach Dh646.45 per gram. Analysts predict continued strength for gold as a hedge against global uncertainty.

By TOI World Desk

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khaleej-timesMixed61d ago