Gold Plummets as Iran Conflict Erupts, Dollar Soars, Creating a Divide Among Safe Havens.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Mar 13 2026
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Source: Barron's
War in Iran: The conflict in Iran has been ongoing for more than two weeks.
Market Reactions: Prices of the U.S. dollar and gold, both seen as safe-haven assets, have shown divergent trends during this period of geopolitical instability.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
