In a record-breaking rally, gold prices surged past the $ 4,000-per-ounce mark in international markets on Wednesday, as investors continued to flock to safe-haven assets amid mounting geopolitical tensions, global economic uncertainty, and a weakening US dollar. In Kuwait, prices of the precious metal hit an all-time high of KD 39.40 ($128.5) per gram for 24-karat gold, KD 36.20 ($118) for 22-karat, and KD 29.60 ($96.5) for 18-karat gold.According to market experts, gold's enduring allure as a