Gold has been on a strong run, and some analysts say the rally could have much further to go. One high-profile forecast has pushed the idea of a much higher price into the headlines: HSBC has suggested gold could reach $5,000 an ounce in the first half of 2026, citing lasting macroeconomic risks and sustained … Read more
Weekly market snapshot Gold futures on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) rose sharply over the past week, climbing by ₹3,058 — a gain of 2.25% — to settle at ₹1,38,819 per 10 grams on Friday. The move marked a notable recovery and renewed investor attention on the precious metal after a period of consolidation. Key … Read more
Gold recently hit record highs, and many money managers are still betting on further gains. They say the same mix of economic and geopolitical forces that pushed bullion to new levels hasn’t gone away. For investors, that means the case for holding some exposure to gold remains compelling — though it comes with risks. Why … Read more
Global ETF inflows climbed 25% as the US became the largest investor Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) saw a strong pickup last year, with global inflows rising about 25%. For the first time in recent years, investors in the United States moved ahead of Chinese investors as the largest source of ETF capital. The shift reflects changing … Read more
Bullion supported by global uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and ETF inflows Gold and other forms of bullion have recently drawn fresh attention from investors as a mix of global uncertainty, heightened geopolitical tensions and steady exchange-traded fund (ETF) inflows helped underpin prices. These forces are reinforcing bullion’s role as a safe-haven asset and reshaping demand dynamics … Read more
Investors poured a record amount into gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in 2025, with net inflows reaching ₹42,961 crore — nearly four times the ₹11,226 crore that entered these funds in 2024. The sharp jump reflects renewed appetite for gold as a portfolio diversifier and safe-haven asset amid changing market conditions. What the numbers tell us … Read more
What HSBC’s research reveals about the recent market rally HSBC Global Investment Research notes that the recent rally in commodity and related markets was driven less by traditional industrial fundamentals and more by three other forces: physical market tightness, investment demand, and macroeconomic uncertainty. That observation shifts the focus from long-term production and consumption trends … Read more
Gold slips after one-week high, futures follow suit Spot gold eased by 0.3% to $4,440.67 per ounce as of 0344 GMT, retreating from an over one-week high touched in the previous session. US gold futures for February delivery also declined 0.3%, trading at $4,449.60. Market snapshot Spot gold: $4,440.67 per ounce (down 0.3%) US gold … Read more
Analysts are pointing to a likely rise in the prices of metals and minerals driven by ongoing geopolitical tensions. At the same time, they are cautious to stress that this rise is expected to be a pricing and risk-premium event rather than a sign of actual shortages. For businesses, investors and industries that depend on … Read more
Venezuela shipped 113 metric tonnes of gold from its central bank Shipments totalling 113 metric tonnes of gold were dispatched from the country’s central bank after the government moved to sell part of its reserves. The sales are part of broader efforts to shore up public finances and provide liquidity for the economy. What the … Read more