Gold Prices Set to Rise Amid Economic Weakness and Geopolitical Risks

Gold prices will keep on rising in 2025 as economic uncertainties and international tensions fuel its safe-haven demand. The reasons for this, according to analysts, are a weakening U.S. dollar, rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, and rising central bank gold buying. The World Gold Council expects on...

Gold prices will keep on rising in 2025 as economic uncertainties and international tensions fuel its safe-haven demand. The reasons for this, according to analysts, are a weakening U.S. dollar, rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, and rising central bank gold buying. The World Gold Council expects ongoing investor appetite for stability in a climate of inflation and slowing world growth, while Goldman Sachs expects gold to reach as high as $2,700 per troy ounce during the second half of 2025. However, high prices could reduce jewellery demand, especially in economies like India. Geopolitical tensions and risk in the markets are also chief motivators, and gold remains a preferred hedge against volatility. Analysts advise paying close attention to economic data as well as central bank behavior for additional price action. Source: Business Standard