Why Geopolitical Disruptions May Work in Gold’s Favor

Published on April 16, 2026

The escalating conflict in the Middle East — especially the closure of the Strait of the Hormuz — had an adverse effect on many investment strategies in March, and gold was no exception. The spot gold price closed out March at $4,668.06.

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