Gold prices fall below $4,900 as strong dollar, US data fears, and US-Iran talks pressure markets

Gold prices dropped as investors stayed careful before important U.S. economic data. A stronger dollar and uncertainty about interest rates also pushed prices down. Talks between the U.S. and Iran reduced demand for safe-haven metals. Silver and platinum also fell sharply. Experts say gold may move around the same level for now due to mixed global economic and political signals.