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Goldman Sachs Predicts Gold Prices To Surge To $3,700 By Late 2025

In a bold forecast, Goldman Sachs has increased its gold price prediction to $3,700 per ounce by the end of 2025. This adjustment comes amid unexpected demand from central banks and a strengthening perception of recession risks, drawing investors towards gold ETFs.

Key Points

  • Initial forecasts pegged the price at $3,300, but central banks’ monthly gold acquisitions, averaging 80 tons — much higher than the 17-ton average before 2022 — have warranted a forecast revision.
  • Gold prices have already seen a significant increase of over 23% in 2025, surpassing the $3,200 mark for the first time.
  • Should central banks continue acquiring at an accelerated pace, or if a recession prompts a capital influx into ETFs, gold could rise to $3,880 within this year.

What To Watch

Economists estimate a 45% chance of a U.S. recession within 12 months, potentially redirecting capital to gold ETFs. Should central banks ramp up purchases to 100 tons monthly, or recession-driven demand persist, gold might reach $3,880 by year-end. Alternatively, if economies show resilience and political uncertainty lessens, gold prices could stabilize around $3,550.

European Leaders Unite To Strengthen Competitiveness And Economic Resilience

Diplomatic Engagement At The Highest Level

President Nikos Christodoulides participated in a high-profile teleconference with leading European figures aimed at enhancing the Union’s industrial base and overall economic competitiveness. This initiative, set in motion by the German Chancellor, the Italian Prime Minister, and the Belgian Prime Minister, follows a previous meeting held in February at Alden Biesen, Belgium, in advance of an informal European Council session.

Strategic Coordination Ahead Of Key Policy Discussions

The purpose of the recent teleconference was to align positions ahead of a crucial discussion on competitiveness scheduled for the European Council in March. Expected to yield pivotal decisions, the meeting will address critical areas such as the resilience of the European economy, bolstering the industrial sector, and fine-tuning policies necessary for maintaining the competitive edge of the European Union.

Insights On Energy, Middle East Instability, And Market Integration

During the call, European leaders exchanged informed views on several pressing issues. Key topics included energy pricing, the far-reaching effects stemming from recent developments in the Middle East, and the continued deepening and completion of the single market. The dialogue also highlighted the need for streamlining administrative procedures to reduce bureaucratic burdens on businesses across the bloc.

Addressing The Impact Of Regional Instability

President Christodoulides underscored the significant impact that ongoing instability in the Middle East has on the European economy. He noted that rising energy prices, disruptions in global supply chains, and shifts in the broader geoeconomic landscape necessitate coordinated policy responses. Emphasizing energy security and strategic resilience, his remarks underscored the urgency of implementing unified measures to safeguard and enhance the Union’s competitive position.

Role Of Cyprus In Shaping European Policy

As the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union unfolds, the Republic of Cyprus is playing an active role in these critical discussions. This strategic involvement highlights the commitment of member states to drive transformational change and secure a robust economic future for the region.

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