EGAccording to Andrew Naylor, Head of Middle East and Public Policy at the World Gold Council, gold prices are expected to remain above $4,000 per ounce until the end of 2026, fluctuating within a ±5% range around the $4,100 mark in the short term. Factors influencing this outlook include global interest rate expectations, particularly the Federal Reserve's decisions, inflation levels, and the strength of the U.S. dollar. Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, including the war in the Middle East, gold's traditional role as a safe-haven asset remains intact, though investor behavior has become more diversified. In Q1 2026, gold prices averaged $4,873 per ounce, reaching a peak of $5,405 due to geopolitical tensions, inflation, and strong demand from central banks. Global demand for gold rose by 2% year-on-year to 1,231 tonnes in Q1 2026, with the value of demand hitting a record $193 billion. While gold ETFs saw temporary outflows amid shifting interest rate expectations, institutional investors continue to view gold as a long-term hedge against economic uncertainty.
Tendenz-Einschätzung (Mitte): The article discusses economic forecasts related to gold prices and does not present a clear ideological stance or biased framing. It provides information based on statements from the World Gold Council and focuses on market trends, inflation, and investment behavior without overtly favoring any one
