Gold rate down 6% since the beginning of US-Iran war: Is yellow metal losing its safe-haven appeal? by Live mint | April 7, 2026 3:15 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News Despite recent declines in gold prices amidst the US-Iran conflict, experts argue that the metal retains its long-term value as a safe haven. Central bank demand and geopolitical uncertainties continue to support gold’s significance.