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Gold Rebounds as Trade and Geopolitical Risks Drive Haven Demand
Apr 24, 2025 6:51 AM - Parth Sanghvi
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Most Asian markets' safe-haven flows lifted gold sharply on Thursday, reversing this week's pullback amid persistent doubts over a U.S.-China tariff thaw and a fresh Russia-Ukraine clash.
Price Action
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Spot Gold: +1.3% to $3,331.34/oz (01:37 ET)
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June Futures: +1.4% to $3,341.25/oz
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Weekly High: Near the record $3,500/oz set earlier this week
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JP Morgan Forecast: Eyes $4,000/oz by 2026
Key Drivers
H3: Trade War Uncertainty
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Tariff Talks Stumble: Trump's conditional promise to lower 145% tariffs on China—only if Beijing approaches Washington—has energized skepticism.
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Bessent's Reality Check: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent cautioned that trade negotiations will be a “slog,” with no shortcut to de-escalation.
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Yuan and Dollar: A weaker dollar amid tariff fears has boosted bullion's appeal.
H3: Geopolitical Flashpoint
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Russia-Ukraine Clash: Renewed hostilities in Eastern Europe sent investors back into traditional havens like gold and the Japanese yen.
H3: Fed Policy Ambiguity
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Powell Threats Eased: Trump's retreat from firing Fed Chair Powell has calmed, but not eliminated, fears about U.S. monetary independence—keeping real rates and gold yields attractive.
What's Ahead for Gold Traders
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Russia-Ukraine Developments: Any escalation could trigger additional safe-haven inflows.
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U.S. Trade Announcements: Watch for concrete tariff reduction plans or fresh levies.
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Macro Releases:
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U.S. CPI/PCE Data: Inflation readings will determine real interest rates.
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Flash PMIs: Provide early clues on growth and demand trends.
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