Key Highlights Driving Gold Prices
- The spot price of gold surged 1.1% to $3,116.82 per ounce, eclipsing its previous peak of $3,128.06.
- U.S. gold futures rose 1.1% to $3,148, marking an 18% increase this quarter—unmatched since September 1986.
- Anticipations of lower interest rates, central bank acquisitions, and ETF demand are fueling growth, with many banks adjusting their 2025 gold price forecasts upward.
- A 0.2% decline in the U.S. dollar index (.DXY) has made gold more affordable for international investors.
- Other precious metals are also seeing gains—silver is up 0.6% to $34.32 per ounce, platinum has risen 1.1% to $994.60, and palladium has climbed 0.9% to $980.11.
Important Insights
Market sentiment swings as tariffs loom large, with gold earning its reputation as a ‘safe haven’ asset. However, should upcoming U.S. tariff announcements prove less severe than feared, Tim Waterer, Chief Market Analyst at KCM Trade, suggests a potential dip in gold prices as investors might opt to secure profits.
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President Trump’s potential reciprocal tariffs slated for early April may influence market dynamics further. An increasing focus on Russia highlights geopolitical volatility, particularly concerning sanctions on Russian oil imports.
