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Gold prices surged over 2.4% to reach $4,026 per ounce, marking a clear flight-to-safety trade as investors digested the political implications of the midterm elections. The US dollar weakened across major pairs, reflecting reduced confidence in US fiscal trajectory under divided government scenarios. Silver also participated in the rally, indicating broad-based demand for hard assets as a hedge against potential inflationary pressures from renewed deficit spending.
Safe Haven Assets Rally
Gold prices surged over 2.4% to reach $4,026 per ounce, marking a clear flight-to-safety trade as investors digested the political implications of the midterm elections. The US dollar weakened across major pairs, reflecting reduced confidence in US fiscal trajectory under divided government scenarios. Silver also participated in the rally, indicating broad-based demand for hard assets as a hedge against potential inflationary pressures from renewed deficit spending.