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A historic year for gold: Could prices climb higher in 2026?
After a historic 2025 that saw gold soar over 60% and break more than 50 record highs, investors are now turning their attention to whether the precious metal can sustain its upward trajectory into 2026. Despite leading major asset classes in year-to-date performance, putting it on track for its best year since 1979, experts think gold may still have room to climb next year. Others warn that risks remain. Unlike previous years when single events dominated gold’s trajectory, this year saw multiple drivers at play. Sustained central bank buying, persistent geopolitical friction, elevated trade uncertainty, lower ... (full story)