Gold Won’t Bow to the US Dollar or Fed in 2025 – Here’s Why You Need to Pay Attention
Let’s cut to the chase: gold is on fire, and 2025 could be the year it blazes a trail straight to new records. After a stunning 2024—where gold surged past $2,600 an ounce and even a single London Bullion Market bar topped $1 million—it’s clear the winds are shifting in the precious metals market. The usual suspects—like the US dollar and the Federal Reserve—are losing their grip on gold’s future.
State Street’s George Milling-Stanley, a seasoned veteran with over 50 years in the gold game, says gold’s rally is no fluke. According to him, the factors driving this surge aren’t going away anytime soon.
What’s Behind Gold’s Meteoric Rise?
- Central Banks Are Buying Like Never Before
Central banks, especially in emerging markets, are hoarding gold. In 2024, they snapped up more of the yellow metal than ever before, accounting for over 15% of total demand. And according to Milling-Stanley, this trend isn’t a blip—it’s a 14-year marathon in the making. - Asian Consumers Are in Full Gold Fever
Struggling economies, shaky stock markets, and growing mistrust in fiat currencies have Asian buyers turning to gold. China, India, Vietnam, and even smaller players like Korea and Thailand are loading up, seeing gold as their safest bet amid economic chaos. - Geopolitical and Economic Uncertainty
With the global economy facing turbulence—be it inflation, war, or trade wars—investors everywhere are looking for a haven. Gold, the time-tested protector of wealth, is delivering in spades.
The Fed Is Losing Its Edge Over Gold
Traditionally, the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy has had a chokehold on gold prices. But 2024 proved otherwise. Despite a hawkish Fed and high interest rates, gold soared to new heights.
Milling-Stanley believes the Fed will play second fiddle to larger forces in 2025. Even if they raise rates or tighten policies, inflation and a weak dollar could keep gold on its upward trajectory.
“Whatever the Federal Reserve does, there’s always a solid economic case for owning gold,” he explains.
Price Forecasts for 2025
Here’s where State Street thinks gold could land next year:
- 50% chance: $2,600–$2,900/oz
- 30% chance: $2,900–$3,100/oz
- 20% chance: $2,200–$2,600/oz
That means an 80% likelihood gold stays strong or pushes higher. In other words, the odds are in your favor if you’re holding gold.
What Does This Mean for You?
For folks like us trying to protect our hard-earned savings, the message is clear: gold isn’t just an investment—it’s insurance. With central banks, Asian consumers, and global instability propping it up, gold is more than ready to weather whatever storms come our way in 2025.
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