The prices for gold and silver have not changed today, Tuesday, March 17. This is due to the increase in tension in West Asia and the weakening of the dollar.
The spot prices for gold rose slightly. At present, they are trading at $5,008 per ounce in Asia. The spot prices for silver have decreased by 0.21%. At present, they are trading at $80.5 per ounce.
According to experts, oil prices saw a slight increase again after falling on Monday. Investors are monitoring the possibility of releasing emergency oil reserves while also assessing the risk of increased attacks on energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, the US dollar index weakened by about 0.6%, providing some support to gold.
It is also important to note that the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has been going on for three weeks already. Yesterday, Monday, Iran attacked several targets in the Persian Gulf region. These include a major oil center and a large gas field in the UAE.
US President Donald Trump has appealed to other countries for cooperation to secure the Strait of Hormuz, through which oil supplies have virtually stopped. Trump has also warned of increased attacks on Iran's vital oil infrastructure on Kharg Island.
Fear of rising inflation has also increased amid ongoing tensions, diminishing hopes that the US central bank, the Federal Reserve, will cut interest rates soon. Consequently, gold and silver prices are currently experiencing limited fluctuations.