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Unprecedented Surge in Gold to $5,000 an Ounce: Causes and Implications
The cost of gold has soared to unprecedented heights, surpassing $5,000 (£3,659) an ounce for the first time in history, marking a significant escalation in its remarkable rally, which has seen its value increase by over 60% within the year 2025.
This surge is occurring amid escalating tensions between the US and NATO concerning Greenland, amplifying existing worries about financial and geopolitical instability.
Concerns over US President Donald Trump's trade maneuvers have also unsettled the markets. In a recent development on Saturday, he issued a warning of implementing a 100% tariff on Canadian goods should Canada enter into a trade agreement with China.
In times of uncertainty, gold, along with other precious metals, is conventionally viewed as a safe-haven asset, attracting investors seeking stability.
The surge in gold's demand is attributed to various factors, including unusually high inflation rates, the devaluation of the US dollar, acquisitions by global central banks, and anticipations of further interest rate reductions by the US Federal Reserve within this year.
Additionally, conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, coupled with the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by Washington, have further propelled gold's price upwards.
In related developments, the price of silver reached over $100 an ounce on Friday for the first time, continuing its remarkable ascent after experiencing an almost 150% increase in the previous year.
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