Economists and researchers suggest gold’s rally may be nearing its peak after a significant surge, fueled by geopolitical tensions and central bank buying. While a return to pre-Covid levels is unlikely, downside pressures are building, potentially leading to weaker prices. Long-term forecasts indicate an average price of $2,720/oz between 2025-2029.
US stocks today: Dow posts closing record high, S&P 500, Nasdaq muted as AI rally pauses
US stocks ended mixed as the Dow hit a record closing high driven by healthcare and consumer gains, while tech and chip stocks lagged. Banking
May 27, 2026