Gold in 2025: Why Major Banks Are Betting on $3,000+ PER OUNCE
Alan Hibbard dives into top banks’ new predictions for gold in 2025-ranging from $2,900 to $3,000-and examine how they fared with earlier forecasts.
Why Gold's Current Pattern Is a Global Warning Sign
Gold’s current price action presents a familiar pattern that typically emerges during major market repricing events, but with a unique geopolitical twist. The chart suggests that gold’s upward trajectory is primarily driven by US-China relations, making it more than just another market trend. Unlike normal market movements that tend to equilibrate around risk-free rates, this […]
Currency Markets Roiled by Twin Threats of Tariffs and Tech
The U.S. dollar strengthened against major currencies on Tuesday as markets grappled with Trump’s expanded tariff threats and the aftermath of DeepSeek’s AI breakthrough. The dollar index recovered to 108 as traders reversed Monday’s risk-off moves, while the euro fell 0.7% to $1.04155. As the Federal Reserve begins its two-day meeting, market expectations have shifted, […]
Analysts Boost Gold Forecast for 2025 Amid Trump Era
Gold’s trajectory for 2025 looks exceptionally strong, building on its impressive 27% gain in 2024 – its best performance since 2010. A recent poll of 36 market experts projects gold reaching $2,756 per ounce in 2025, reflecting growing confidence in the metal’s safe-haven appeal during Trump’s second term. While gold briefly retreated following the U.S. […]
Mali, Barrick Edge Closer to Resolution in Gold Mine Standoff
A significant breakthrough appears possible in the ongoing dispute between Barrick Gold Corporation and Mali’s government as both parties return to the negotiating table, facilitated by the National Workers Union of Mali. The conflict over revenue distribution from the Loulo-Gounkoto mine, one of the world’s largest gold operations, has resulted in severe consequences including the […]
Gold Finds Footing Following Market Turbulence
Gold markets found their footing on Tuesday after experiencing their steepest drop since December 18, when investors liquidated positions to cover losses in technology stocks. The selloff was precipitated by DeepSeek’s announcement of a low-cost AI model, which challenged the dominance of established AI companies. Despite this turbulence, gold has maintained its position above $2,742 […]
Gold Steadies Below $2,790 as Safe-Haven Demand Surges
Gold continues to demonstrate strength in the market, trading near its record high of $2,790.17, bolstered by multiple supportive factors. A softening U.S. dollar, down 0.28%, combined with falling Treasury yields, has enhanced gold’s appeal as a safe-haven asset. The precious metal’s resilience is particularly noteworthy given the current market environment, where tech stock volatility […]
Currency Markets Roil: Pound Drops vs Yen Amid Tech Selloff
The British pound experienced mixed performance across major currencies, falling sharply against the yen while showing modest gains versus the dollar. The movement came as investors sought safe-haven assets amid tech sector turbulence and ahead of crucial central bank meetings this week. The currency markets are particularly focused on upcoming Federal Reserve and European Central […]
Rubio Tells Chinese Counterpart That US Interests Come First
Rubio Tells Chinese Counterpart That US Interests Come First Authored by Dorothy Li via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has told his Chinese counterpart that the Trump administration will prioritize American interest in its relationship with communist China, according to the State Department. Marco Rubio testifies before the Foreign […]
Did Hedge Funds Steal Half Their Investors’ Money?
Did Hedge Funds Steal Half Their Investors’ Money? Authored by Aaron Brown via RealClearMarkets, A report released by LCH Research got widespread coverage with the Wall Street Journal making its headline, “Hedge-Fund Fees Eat Up Half of Clients’ Profits,” and Bloomberg chimed in with, “Hedge Funds Kept $1.8 Trillion as Fees, or Half Their Gains.” The coverage used words […]