Gold prices hit historic high as trade and geopolitical risks mount
Gold and silver hit record highs as trade threats and geopolitical tension drove investors to safety. This rally comes amid a weakening dollar and EU friction.
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Gold hit an all-time high of $4,721.91 per ounce earlier in the session on January 20, 2026, as geopolitical tensions and trade concerns gripped global markets. Spot Goldgained 1% to reach $4,717.03 per ounce as of 0730 GMT, while US 
USGoldfutures for February delivery climbed 2.8% to $4,722.70 per ounce. This surge follows threats from Donald Trump donald trumpto impose additional tariffs on the European Union 
EUand its allies, sparking fears of a new trade conflict.
USGoldfutures for February delivery climbed 2.8% to $4,722.70 per ounce. This surge follows threats from Donald Trump donald trumpto impose additional tariffs on the European Union EUand its allies, sparking fears of a new trade conflict.The market rally was further fueled by Donald Trumpand his intensified push to wrest sovereignty over Greenland from Denmark 
DK, which is a member of NATO. These developments have prompted European Unionleaders to convene in Brussels this Thursday for an emergency summit as the European Unionweighs hitting back with its own measures. These factors, combined with a weakening U.S. Dollar Index , which retreated to its lowest level in a week, have created a strong environment for safe-haven assets.
DK, which is a member of NATO. These developments have prompted European Unionleaders to convene in Brussels this Thursday for an emergency summit as the European Unionweighs hitting back with its own measures. These factors, combined with a weakening U.S. Dollar Index , which retreated to its lowest level in a week, have created a strong environment for safe-haven assets.
