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Gold Prices Diverge as U.S.-Iran Deal Developments Spark Mixed Reactions

Gold prices fluctuated globally on May 25, 2026, as traders reacted to evolving U.S.-Iran deal developments. The Wall Street Journal reported a decline, Bloomberg noted gains, and Middle East Eye cited a drop linked to rising inflation concerns. Copper also saw mixed movements, with Bloomberg highlighting gains.

The Wall Street Journal reported that gold prices edged lower as traders assessed the implications of the U.S.-Iran deal. The article, published at 11:47 PM on May 25, 2026, noted that market participants were weighing the deal's potential impact on inflation and global stability. Bloomberg, however, reported that gold held gains as progress on the Iran deal eased inflation concerns, with the article published at 11:30 PM the same day. Middle East Eye, published at 5:07 AM on May 26, 2026, stated that gold fell as Iran tensions fueled inflation concerns. Bloomberg also reported that copper prices held gains as traders tracked prospects for the U.S.-Iran deal, published at 3:13 AM on May 26, 2026.