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Spot Gold Price Rises Sharply Amid Global Economic Uncertainty

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Key Points:
  • Spot gold rises over $20, reaching $3,130 per ounce on April 4th.
  • ETF demand and geopolitical tensions drive prices up.
  • Highlights gold’s continued appeal as a safe-haven asset.

Gold Soars to Unprecedented $3,130 Per Ounce amid Tensions

Spot gold experienced a notable increase on April 4th, 2025, with prices rising over $20 to reach $3,130 per ounce, according to Oriental Wealth. The surge reflects a growing demand driven by macroeconomic factors.

Bitcoin’s Decline Highlights Gold’s Safe-Haven Stability

Analyst Matt Simpson of City Index highlighted that the surge in gold prices to $3,130 aligns with technical resistance, indicating investor risk aversion in response to global trade challenges and U.S. dollar valuation pressures.

Gold’s price trajectory has immediate implications for the commodities market, reinforcing its status as a lucrative investment amid economic uncertainty. This trend reflects heightened investment in gold-backed ETFs, illustrating its perceived safety against inflation and instability.

“Strong ETF demand, rate cut expectations, and central bank purchases are driving gold prices higher.” – Kaynat Chainwala, Assistant VP, Kotak Securities

Market Data Insights

Did you know? Gold’s price previously surged during geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, notably during the COVID-19 pandemic and inflation concerns in early 2025. This continues to underscore its robust appeal as a protective asset.

Bitcoin’s price stands at $81,952.34, with a market cap of $1.63 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume of $40.04 billion, reflecting a 25.59% decrease. Over 90 days, Bitcoin has seen a 16.12% decline, highlighting its volatility against gold’s stability (CoinMarketCap data, April 4, 2025).

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Bitcoin(BTC), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 11:27 UTC on April 4, 2025. Source: CoinMarketCap

Coincu’s research team suggests that gold’s rising value amid fluctuating economic conditions may prompt regulatory interest, potentially impacting central bank strategies and international policies. Gold’s enduring value and technological advancements in trading could shape future market landscapes, reaffirming gold’s critical industrial and financial relevance.

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04 April 2025, 11:31:14 GMT +0000

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