Money Monday: Gold prices pull back after January peak; what investors may want to consider

A look at what’s moving the market and how gold can fit into a broader strategy.
ATL Live 10:30-11 am
Published: Apr. 6, 2026 at 11:29 AM EDT

ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Gold prices have fallen by more than $1,000 since January after reaching a recent high near $5,500 per ounce. The decline comes amid renewed global uncertainty, including the ongoing war in Iran, with gold recently trading around $4,500.

Abby Reed of Reed Financial stopped by ATL Live to talk with host Andrew Tyree about what can influence gold prices, why short-term swings can be misleading, and how investors can evaluate gold as part of a diversified approach.

While gold remains elevated compared to recent years, market watchers often track factors like interest rates, the U.S. dollar, inflation expectations, and risk sentiment when evaluating where prices could go next.

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