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Gold and silver ETFs tumble up to 3% as crude jumps and Iran talks wobble

Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Gold and silver ETFs tumble up to 3% as crude jumps and Iran talks wobble

Crude surge and Iran uncertainty hit bullion, fast

Gold and silver ETFs fell as bullion prices slid up to 3%, pressured by a sharp rise in crude oil and lingering uncertainty around US-Iran talks. Investors also weighed concerns over sticky inflation and expectations of higher interest rates, dimming risk sentiment. Analysts suggest booking profits and waiting for dips as volatility is likely to continue.

  • Gold and silver ETFs dropped as bullion prices slipped
  • Rising crude oil and US-Iran talk uncertainty pressured sentiment
  • Inflation worries and rate expectations weighed on demand
  • Experts recommend booking profits and buying only on dips
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