Gold rate today, Jan. 26 -- Driven by safe-haven demand, gold prices in the international markets surged past the $5,000 an ounce for the first time on Monday, January 26.

According to a Reuters report, spot gold rose 1.98% to $5,081.18 per ounce by 0323 GMT, after touching $5,092.71 earlier. US gold futures for February delivery gained 2.01% to $5,079.30 per ounce.

The rally in gold prices continued as risk-off sentiment gripped investors amid rising geopolitical risks and trade war fears. Along with this, a weak US dollar also supported sustained buying in the yellow metal.

Over the weekend, US President Donald Trump said he would impose a 100% tariff on Canada if it followed through on a trade deal with China. Additionally, he also ...