Gold and silver prices are falling sharply since the West Asia conflict began. This sell-off has erased most of gold’s gains and pushed silver into losses for 2026. A strengthening dollar is also pressuring bullion. Experts suggest current dips could be an attractive entry point for investors anticipating a rebound as tensions ease.
US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq end higher, notch weekly gains after earnings-heavy week
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