Gold Just Had Its Worst Week Since 2021

From Dow Jones & Company: 2025-05-16 15:20:00

Gold prices experienced their worst week since 2021, with a significant drop in value. The precious metal faced pressure from rising U.S. Treasury yields and a stronger dollar. Investors turned to riskier assets, leading to a sell-off in gold. The price of gold fell by over 5% in just one week, marking a sharp decline for the safe-haven asset. This drop in gold prices reflects shifting market dynamics and investor sentiment towards riskier investments.



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