Dubai sells gold at deep discounts due to Iran operation


03/10/2026

According to Bloomberg, which is citing sources, gold that is challenging to export because of the Iran operation is currently being sold at significant discounts in Dubai.



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In recent years, the United Arab Emirates has emerged as a significant center for the trade of precious metals. Gold is usually carried in the cargo compartments of passenger airplanes. Since February 28, numerous flights to and from Dubai have either been canceled or experienced delays.

Since exporting gold from the UAE has become challenging, several buyers are either canceling prior orders or selling their existing holdings.

According to Bloomberg, the discounts are now as high as $30 per ounce, which is about 31.1 grams, compared to the London Bullion Market Association's price of $5,100 as of March 5.

source: bloomberg.com