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Why are gold prices falling and will the decline continue?

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What happened

International gold prices have fallen 26% from the record high of $5595 seen on January 29 this year.

Indian gold prices peaked at the same time and are down around 23%.

Key facts

  • International gold prices have fallen 26% from the record high of $5595 seen on January 29 this year.
  • Indian gold prices peaked at the same time and are down around 23%.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Sun, 04 Oct 2026 13:41:39 UTC.

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