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CommoditiesMedium•13 February 2026•

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Gold Holds Near $5,060 as Geopolitical Tensions Offset Strong US Jobs Data

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Gold prices (XAU/USD) maintained a steady upward trajectory during Thursday's early Asian session, trading near the $5,060 level. The precious metal's gains are primarily supported by persistent geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, which have bolstered safe-haven demand. These geopolitical risks have managed to outweigh the impact of recent robust US employment data, which typically pressures non-yielding assets. Market participants are now shifting their focus toward Friday's release of the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for further clues on inflation trends. Investors remain cautious as they evaluate how these economic indicators and political instability will influence the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decisions.