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Economics1h 56m ago

COMEX gold futures fell $107 per troy ounce and silver futures declined nearly $3 per troy ounce for a second consecutive session.

Global markets

Who
US Federal Reserve, US, Iran, COMEX
What
COMEX gold futures fell $107 per troy ounce and silver futures declined nearly $3 per troy ounce for a second consecutive session.
When
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:01:42 GMT · 1h 56m ago
Where
Global markets ·
Why
Expectations of a US Federal Reserve interest rate hike boosted the dollar, and delays in US-Iran negotiations dampened market sentiment.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

Higher interest rates typically reduce gold's appeal as it generates no yield, while a stronger US dollar makes dollar-denominated commodities more expensive for other currency holders. Delayed US-Iran talks also impacted sentiment.

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  1. Currently Reading1h 56m ago
    COMEX gold futures fell $107 per troy ounce and silver futures declined nearly $3 per troy ounce for a second consecutive session.
  2. Economics1h 56m ago
    COMEX gold futures fell $107 per troy ounce to $4,138, and COMEX silver futures declined nearly $3 per troy ounce to $63.35 on Friday, 19 June.
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