-
Gold Price Increases As Safe-Haven Demand Surges. Forecast as of 23.12.2025
Judging by the divergent trends in gold and oil, the global economy is going through a rough patch. The precious metal has set its 50th record high since the beginning of 2025 and is heading for its second-best annual result in history. The first occurred in 1979, against the backdrop of a massive energy crisis and rampant inflation. According to Goldman Sachs, gold and crude prices will continue to diverge in 2026. A record surplus in the oil market will contribute to the accumulation of reserves, and crude prices will decline. Meanwhile, competition between retail investors and central banks for bullion will drive ... (full story)