Gold Prices Forecasted to Reach $2,500 in 2024, UBS Says

UBS analysts have revised their gold price forecasts upward, anticipating a surge to $2,500 per ounce by the end of 2024, following a significant rally that has already seen prices reach new highs. The 13% increase in gold prices this year is attributed to geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns, which are influencing the Federal Reserve’s interest rate expectations. UBS predicts that gold ETF holdings will grow as the Fed begins to lower rates around mid-year, aligning with past trends where gold demand increases with ETF purchases during periods of rate adjustments. Consequently, UBS now expects gold to hit $2,300 per ounce in June before reaching $2,500 by year-end.