The gold market witnessed its most substantial single-day decline in nearly four years, with December gold futures closing at $2,628.50, representing a net decline of $90.

In a dramatic demonstration of gold's enduring role as a safe-haven asset, the precious metal recorded its most substantial weekly gain in years, with December futures climbing an impressive 5.87% ($150.90).

In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Russia launched a new medium-range ballistic missile against the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro on November 21, 2024.