Gold Demand Hits Q2 Record High, Driven by Central Bank Purchases, World Gold Council Reports

The World Gold Council’s Q2 2024 report highlights a year-on-year increase in gold demand, marking the highest second-quarter demand since 2000. This surge is fueled by central bank purchases and OTC investments, with central bank gold buying up by 6% and technology sector demand rising by 11%. Q2 2024 Sees Record Gold Demand The World … Read more

Stonex Bullion’s Analyst Predicts Gold Increase Due to Heightened Political Confusion

Gold prices are poised to rise due to the current political uncertainty in the United States, according to Rhona O’Connell, head of market analysis at Stonex Bullion. This comes as economic indicators suggest potential changes in monetary policy. Stonex Analyst Rhona O’Connell: Gold Poised for Gains Amid U.S. Political and Economic Changes In recent weeks, … Read more

JPMorgan Bullish on Gold Prices Into Year-End

Global investment bank JPMorgan remains optimistic about gold prices, projecting a significant rise in the fourth quarter of 2024 due to anticipated Federal Reserve rate cuts beginning in September. On Tuesday, the price of gold surged past its all-time high, bolstered by the Federal Reserve’s actions and the influence of former U.S. President Donald Trump. … Read more

Gold Could Surge to $40,000 per Ounce, Strategist Says

Egon von Greyerz, founder of Matterhorn Asset Management and Gold Switzerland, has shared his insights, indicating potential for substantial increases in gold prices based on historical trends and current economic conditions. He explained that gold could reach up to $16,000 per ounce if it returns to its historical average relative to U.S. treasuries, and even … Read more

China’s Reduced Physical Gold Demand Cools Prices After May Peak

While gold reached a record high in May at $2,450 per ounce, it has since settled at $2,329 per ounce. According to the World Gold Council, China’s demand for gold fell in May to its lowest level in four years. Gold Prices Down from Record High, China Physical Consumption Slumps, Analyst Expects Slight Decline Gold … Read more

Gold Production Struggles Despite 2024 Q1 Surge

The gold mining industry struggles to sustain production growth due to declining new deposits, reports the World Gold Council (WGC). Despite a 4% increase in first-quarter production in 2024, overall growth has plateaued since 2016. In 2023, mine production rose by only 0.5%, following 1.35% in 2022 and 2.7% in 2021, with a decline of … Read more

UBS Raises Gold Price Forecast Amid Rising Central Bank Demand and Geopolitical Tensions

UBS has raised its gold price forecast following a record surge in gold prices, driven by anticipated Federal Reserve rate cuts and a weakening U.S. dollar. The main factors behind the investment bank’s upgraded gold price prediction include softer U.S. economic data, increased central bank demand, and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties. UBS Revises Gold Price Prediction … Read more

Analysts See Gold Reaching $2,600 per Ounce Amid Strong Market Demand

While bitcoin experienced a 12% decrease following its all-time high last week, gold has shown relative stability over the past five days, with only a slight 1% decline in the same period. In a similar vein to crypto enthusiasts, advocates for gold predict that the metal will continue its upward trajectory, potentially reaching the $2,600 … Read more

Gold’s Price Surge to Nearly $2,200 Overshadowed by Bitcoin’s ‘Speculative Mania,’ Peter Schiff Claims

In a manner similar to bitcoin and the overall crypto market, gold’s value has climbed, nearly touching $2,200 per ounce this week. This uptick is widely attributed to demand from central banks, with surveys indicating both Wall Street and Main Street anticipate higher prices in the upcoming week. At the same time, gold enthusiast Peter … Read more

Precious Metal Peaks — Gold Surpasses $2,140, Marking Historic Price High

As bitcoin climbed beyond its previous 2021 peak, the value of an ounce of pure gold similarly hit a lifetime high on March 5. The globally acknowledged safe haven asset soared to $2,140 per ounce on Tuesday, marking a 4.97% increase against the U.S. dollar over the preceding week. Price of Gold Climbs to Unprecedented … Read more