Gold surges as U.S. capture of Venezuela President spurs safe-haven demand
At 0508 GMT, spot gold rose 1.8% to $4,406.77 an ounce, a one-week high. U.S. gold futures for February delivery rose 1.9% to $4,413.40. Image used for representative purpose only. , Photo Credit: AP Gold prices climbed and other precious metals on Monday (January 5, 2026) after the United States captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro…