Gold prices have broken the $3,000 per ounce barrier for the first time, reaching $3,004.86 on Friday – marking the thirteenth record high of 2025. The 14% price increase this year follows a 27% surge in 2024. Analysts attribute this rally to geopolitical tensions, inflation concerns from new tariffs, central bank buying, and investors seeking safe-haven assets amid market volatility and trade tensions with China and Canada following President Trump’s protectionist policies.

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De-Dollarization and Gold: Why the Hormuz Situation Changes the Calculus
De-dollarization is no longer theoretical. As oil trade begins shifting away from the dollar, the global monetary system may be entering a new phase. In this environment, gold may not rise gradually—it could be repriced rapidly, catching most investors off guard.




