US-Iran Deal Reopens Strait, Oil Prices Drop, Precious Metals Rise Amid Fed Policy Focus

Published: Jun 16, 2026 10:43

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[SMM Precious Metal Express] The US-Iran agreement has been finalized, with the Strait of Hormuz set to reopen on Friday, sending oil prices sharply lower. However, precious metals rose instead of fell, as market focus shifted from geopolitical risks to Federal Reserve policy expectations. The US dollar index edged up to 99.67, while Treasury yields remained elevated. Precious metals climbed for a third consecutive day, indicating continued inflows of safe-haven capital.

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