Spot gold fell 0.6% to $4,790.05/oz, with futures down 0.4% to $4,808.29/oz in Asian trade on 21‑Apr‑2026.
Prices stayed within a $4,700‑$4,900/oz band as ceasefire between US and Iran nears expiry and talks remain uncertain.
Senate hearing scheduled for Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh, viewed as less dovish, adds market focus on US monetary policy.
Silver slipped 0.8% to $79.08/oz and platinum 0.3% to $2,085.07/oz, reflecting broader precious‑metal weakness.