New York, Jan 23, 2026 (AFP) - Gold nears $5,000, silver shines as stocks churn to end turbulent week

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2026-01-24

Global stocks were subdued and precious metals hit new highs Friday as US President Donald Trump followed up conciliatory comments on Greenland with a fresh warning on Iran. Trump, who on Wednesday backed away from threatened tariffs on Europe over Greenland, told reporters the United States was sending a "massive fleet" toward Iran "just in case." Gold -- a safe-haven asset -- pushed closer to a record $5,000 an ounce, while fellow safe haven si......

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