ChainCatcher Message, on Monday during the Asian morning session, gold prices rose slightly due to geopolitical tensions that may stimulate safe-haven demand. Israel and Iran intensified airstrikes over the weekend, while U.S. President Trump stated that the U.S. is 'possibly' going to get involved in the conflict.

Market analyst Fawad Razaqzada noted that gold has been rising under the influence of safe-haven funds. Razaqzada added, 'Given the increasing geopolitical risks in the Middle East, the outlook for gold is undoubtedly still positive.'