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Gold value surging amid global tensions

The price of gold is breaking records as investors seek a safe bet in a turbulent market, thanks to escalating geopolitical tensions, spurred by the new U.S. approach to diplomacy.

Host Scott Tong speaks to Roben Farzad, host of the podcast “Full Disclosure,” for more on the gold surge and why it matters.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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