Gold Prices Rise 2.56% to $4,588 as Oil Declines 6% Amid Negotiation Talks

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Gold prices increased 2.56%, reaching $4,588 per ounce, while April futures rose over 4% to $4,597.7 per ounce, due to declining oil prices that eased inflation concerns. Brent crude futures fell approximately 6% to $98.31 per barrel, and West Texas Intermediate futures dropped around 5% to $87.65 per barrel. Goldman Sachs stated that gold's recent decline is consistent with historical trends influenced by interest rate expectations and market volatility. Despite current fluctuations, Goldman maintains a bullish outlook for gold, projecting a price of $5,400 by year-end, driven by central bank demand.