Gold Hits New Records Amid Global Geopolitical Tensions
On Monday, January 26, the price of gold soared to a historic high, surpassing the $5,100 per ounce mark, reaching an unprecedented level fueled by renewed interest in safe-haven assets amid rising geopolitical tensions worldwide.
Strong Demand Supports the Rise of the Yellow Metal
This record increase follows a series of successive gains, driven by several factors, including the easing of U.S. monetary policy and intensified gold purchases by central banks. China, for its part, continued to build its reserves for the fourteenth consecutive month in December.
Additionally, record inflows into exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have also contributed to the bullish trend, reinforcing gold’s position as the preferred safe-haven asset during periods of uncertainty.
Strong Performance in 2025
Throughout 2025, the precious metal rose by 64%, benefiting from the declining appeal of the dollar and heightened concerns regarding the global economy, prompting investors to seek safer assets.
Bullish Outlook for 2026
In this context, financial analysts anticipate continued growth, with a target potentially reaching $6,500 an ounce by the end of 2026. This projection is based on speculations about a possible wave of U.S. dollar sales and forecasts indicating a decline of approximately 10% in the American currency.
