
March 3, 2026
Article from The Economic Times by Piyush Shukla
Article Synopsis
Gold surged about 1.4% to around $5,195 per ounce and silver jumped 3.3% to roughly $86 as investors rushed into precious metals for safety amid escalating conflict in the Middle East involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran. Rising oil prices, inflation fears, and broader market volatility have increased demand for safe-haven assets like gold and silver.





