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Gold prices were little changed on Thursday as a stronger U.S. dollar offset the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump's latest tariffs in driving buying by investors seeking shelter from geopolitical risk.
Gold's performance is influenced by geopolitics, trade wars, and central bank reliance, with negative consequences affecting the dollar index and gold.
Gold has experienced an extended period of bull run since late 2022, prompting questions about potential catalysis for change in trend.
Gold prices nudged higher on Thursday as rising trade tensions steered market participants toward the safety of bullion, though gains were limited by an uptick in the dollar.
As de-dollarization gains momentum, rising central bank gold purchases and widening currency swings signal that investors should hedge by keeping a modest 5%–10 % gold allocation and diversifying into select assets not denominated in dollars.
Drawing on fresh data, historical parallels, and economic indicators, Maharrey lays out a compelling case: the dollar is in trouble, and gold is emerging as the true safe haven.
US dollar index posts steepest first-half decline since 1973 amid trade fragmentation and geopolitical tensions - Anadolu Ajansı
Gold prices edged up on Wednesday as investors closely watched negotiations between the United States and its trading partners, while a firmer dollar capped further gains.
Bitcoin’s price discovery continues above $117,000, driven partly by a weaker U.S. dollar, a decline that supports risk assets like equities and crypto.