Gold Edges Higher Amid Growing Risks of U.S.-Iran Conflict
WSJ·2026-02-18 23:37

Group 1 - Gold prices increased in early Asian trade, indicating a rise in demand for safe-haven assets amid geopolitical tensions [1] - The potential for a U.S.-Iran conflict is contributing to the heightened appeal of gold as a protective investment [1] - The current market conditions suggest that investors are seeking refuge in precious metals due to increasing global uncertainties [1]