ING Group forecasts a bullish outlook for gold in 2025, driven by potential US-China trade tensions and global commodity market uncertainty. Despite challenges for other commodities, gold’s safe-haven status is expected to boost prices to an average of $2,760 per ounce. Central bank diversification and geopolitical anxieties further fuel this prediction.
Global oil prices saw mixed trading in early Asia, with concerns over slowing Chinese demand counterbalanced by rising geopolitical tensions following a rebel overthrow of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Brent crude fell slightly, while WTI rose marginally, reflecting a complex interplay of supply and demand factors.
A new report reveals that rising tariffs and trade barriers are the biggest concerns for global supply chain leaders, followed closely by supply chain disruptions and geopolitical instability. The study, conducted by Descartes Systems Group, highlights the urgent need for improved supply chain analytics and more resilient networks.
Following Trump’s landslide victory, the author analyzes the potential impact of his policies on the price of gold, arguing that his focus on reducing geopolitical risk and implementing deflationary measures will likely lead to a decline in gold prices. Meanwhile, Trump’s tariffs could force China to stimulate its economy, benefiting companies operating in the domestic Chinese market.
Amidst rising geopolitical tensions and the upcoming U.S. presidential election, investors are increasingly turning to gold and Bitcoin as safe haven assets, driven by concerns over economic instability and currency devaluation. This trend, dubbed the ‘debasement trade,’ is being fueled by factors like inflation, large government deficits, and a weakening confidence in fiat currencies.
Iran’s missile attack on Israel has sent shockwaves through the global market, with investors closely watching the unfolding conflict and its potential impact on gold prices. The heightened geopolitical uncertainty has led to increased demand for safe haven assets like gold, pushing prices higher. However, gold’s muted price action suggests investors may have already factored in the possibility of war and remain skeptical about further escalation.
Intel Corporation (INTC) saw a 3% decline in its stock price on Tuesday, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and a major dockworker strike in the US. The missile attack by Iran on Israel raised concerns about potential economic implications for global markets, while the strike threatens to disrupt holiday shopping and further impact the broader market. The article analyzes the impact of these events on Intel’s operations and stock performance, highlighting the company’s sensitivity to geopolitical instability and supply chain disruptions.
Jumptuit introduces its Global Sensory Intelligence (GSI), a revolutionary platform that provides real-time observation of atmospheric, terrestrial, and oceanic conditions, alongside human activity and artificial systems. This comprehensive system, encompassing millions of data points worldwide, aims to predict potential events through unbiased analysis of concurrent variables. GSI offers unprecedented insights into the world’s oceans, a critical area for global trade, resource extraction, and geopolitical stability.
Gold prices have reached record highs in 2024, driven by increased demand from central banks, expectations of interest rate cuts, and geopolitical tensions. Investors are also turning to gold mining stocks as their profits are expected to rise with the price of gold.
Gold prices are at all-time highs due to investor fears of war in the Middle East. This article explains how to invest in gold easily through the SPDR Gold Shares ETF (GLD) and discusses the potential for further price increases.
