Gold price prediction amid US-Iran war: What’s the gold rate outlook for March 20, 2026?

Gold price prediction today (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are range-bound and highly volatile in the current scenario, says Jateen Trivedi, VP Research Analyst – Commodity and Currency, LKP Securities.Gold futures on MCX are trading near ₹1,46,900 after witnessing a sharp decline followed by a recovery bounce. The price action indicates consolidation…

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An alternative route to Strait of Hormuz? Iran sets up ‘corridor’, offers ships safe passage for a price

Strait of Hormuz (AP image) Iran has introduced a ‘safe shipping corridor’ that allows selected vessels to pass through the Strait of Hormuz via a route inside its territorial waters, as tensions in the region continue to disrupt global maritime traffic.The corridor is being offered only to ships that receive prior approval from Iranian authorities,…

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‘Direct consequences on economy’: Indian envoy to UK on Strait of Hormuz disruption amid Iran war

India has condemned attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, calling them “unacceptable,” as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) urged coordinated action to safeguard civilian vessels in the Gulf region.Addressing the 36th extraordinary session of the IMO Council in London on Thursday, Vikram Doraiswamy, India’s ambassador to the UK, emphasised New Delhi’s commitment…

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Qatar Lng Export: Iran hits Ras Laffan facility: Qatar’s 17% LNG capacity gone, $20bn loss; which countries will be impacted?

QatarEnergy says Iranian missiles hit Ras Laffan Industrial City, causing “extensive damage” Iran’s unprecedented attacks on Qatar’s gas facilities would significantly dent the Gulf state’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) export capacity and result in losses running into billions of dollars, according to Qatar’s state minister for energy affairs, Saad al-Kaabi.“I never in my wildest dreams…

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Oil prices today: Crude eases after spike as Trump, Netanyahu seek to ease concerns over Iran war

Global crude prices edged lower on Friday after a continued surge, as statements from US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu helped ease market concerns over further escalation in energy infrastructure attacks.Brent crude slipped toward $107 a barrel after its highest close since July 2022, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) for May…

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