What has driven gold prices higher, created volatility and what is next? Land: Gold has historically performed well during periods of financial and geopolitical stress, and recent trade tensions, global conflicts and fiscal uncertainty across major economies have reinforced this trend. Structurally, elevated government debt, persistent fiscal deficits, and greater tolerance for inflation are undermining confidence in fiat currencies. High levels of leveraged speculation particularly in China, helped to push prices higher before a sharp correct to end of January.1 Despite the record declines, we still see fundamental ... (full story)