<div id="readability-page-1"><p>Gold (XAUUSD) is trading higher on Wednesday, supported by uncertainty over U.S. tariff policies and continued tensions between the U.S. and Iran. The precious metal is viewed as a safe-haven asset and tends to benefit during periods of uncertainty.</p><h3>Claim 50% Off TipRanks Premium</h3><ul><li>Unlock  hedge fund-level data  and  powerful investing tools  for smarter, sharper decisions  </li><li> Stay ahead of the market with  the latest news and analysis  and maximize your portfolio's potential</li></ul> <p>&#34;Ongoing tariff uncertainties and persistent U.S.–Iran tensions continue to support safe-haven demand, keeping prices elevated despite intermittent profit booking,&#34; said LKP Securities VP of Research Jateen Trivedi.</p> <h2><strong>Wall Street Stays Bullish on Gold</strong></h2> <p>Elsewhere, two Wall Street firms reaffirmed their bullish views on gold. JPMorgan reiterated its year-end price target of $6,300, driven by strong central bank demand, geopolitical risks, and lower rates. Lower interest rates are generally viewed as a positive for gold, as the opportunity cost of holding it relative to interest-bearing assets goes down.</p> <p>Furthermore, Bank of America expects gold to reach $6,000 within 12 months, with risks to the Fed's independence benefiting the precious metal.</p></div>

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<p>Gold prices are rising due to uncertainty over U.S. tariff policies and tensions with Iran, making it a preferred safe-haven asset. LKP Securities noted that ongoing uncertainties support demand, despite profit-taking. JPMorgan maintains a bullish year-end target of $6,300 for gold, citing strong central bank demand and lower interest rates, while Bank of America predicts a price of $6,000 within a year, benefiting from risks to the Fed's independence.</p>

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