According to domestic precious metal prices announced by Gold Price.com on July 25, 2026, major items showed mixed trends. Pure gold and platinum edged lower, while 18K and 14K gold and silver remained flat.

■ Major Precious Metal Prices (per 3.75g)

• Pure gold: Buy 828,000 won (down 1,000 won from the previous trading day), Sell 718,000 won (flat)
• 18K gold: Sell 529,000 won (flat)
• 14K gold: Sell 411,000 won (flat)
• Platinum: Buy 320,000 won (down 1,000 won), Sell 267,000 won (down 1,000 won)
• Silver: Buy 11,000 won (down 50 won), Sell 10,450 won (flat)

Gold is traditionally a representative safe-haven asset whose demand increases when uncertainty in financial markets grows. Heightened geopolitical tensions can strengthen risk-aversion sentiment, supporting higher gold prices.

However, in the current U.S.-Iran tension phase, international oil price movements must be monitored simultaneously. If concerns over crude oil supply expand due to deteriorating Middle East conditions and international oil prices rise, inflationary pressure could intensify again. If rising oil prices lead to inflation concerns, expectations for U.S. rate cuts may weaken or the high-interest-rate environment could be prolonged. The investment appeal of gold, which does not yield interest, could diminish accordingly.

In conclusion, gold prices are expected to experience increased volatility going forward, depending not only on the Middle East situation itself but also on a variety of factors including international oil prices, U.S. inflation indicators, Treasury yields, and the value of the dollar.

[This article is not intended to solicit investment, and the final decision and responsibility for investing lie with the investor.]