The price of gold futures has increased for the second consecutive day. This uptick suggests that the post-election downward trend may have reached its conclusion.
The precious metal’s value is further bolstered by growing geopolitical tensions. December gold futures on the Comex division of the New York Mercantile Exchange rose 0.63% to $2,631.0 per troy ounce.
This increase follows a sharp decline in prices last week, which has sparked renewed interest in the metal. Commerzbank has raised its forecast for gold prices in the second half of 2025 from $2,600 to $2,650 per troy ounce.
The bank’s analysts believe that inflation in the United States will likely increase due to President-elect Trump’s expected tariff policies. They suggest that the Federal Reserve may not respond with tighter monetary policy.
This scenario could create a favorable environment for gold prices to rise further. The bank also noted that the fundamental arguments supporting gold’s value remain unchanged.
The lower price levels are likely to attract renewed buying interest. This is evidenced by the influx of funds into the world’s largest gold ETF since Friday.
Gold Prices and Geopolitical Uncertainty
Commerzbank analysts point out that after the price drop in early November, gold prices are now more aligned with reduced interest rate cut expectations.
The market anticipates that U.S. interest rates will fall to 4% by mid-2025. Geopolitical factors are also playing a role in gold’s price movement.
The United States recently granted Ukraine permission to use American weapons to attack Russian territory. In response, Moscow announced a change in its nuclear doctrine.
This new policy allows for the use of nuclear weapons against a conventionally armed adversary supported by nuclear powers. These developments have heightened global tensions and uncertainty.
Sucden Financial predicts that gold may reach new historic highs in the coming weeks. They cite the metal’s role as a safe haven during times of increased geopolitical tensions and uncertainties associated with the Trump administration.
As global events continue to unfold, investors and analysts will closely monitor gold prices. The metal’s performance may serve as an indicator of broader economic and political trends in the near future.
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