Rising bond yields traditionally pressure gold prices by increasing the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding assets. However, FTSE Russell highlights that central banks' growing gold purchases have lessened this impact, as they buy gold regardless of yields. Central banks now hold more gold than U.S. Treasuries, reflecting a diversification trend amid geopolitical and economic changes. Additionally, retail investment and ETFs have boosted demand, supporting gold as a hedge against inflation and geopolitical risks. The evolving market also favors commodities like copper, driven by AI and green energy demands, signaling a broader shift in global investment strategies.
The story on gold's changing investment case is provided here with Pluang market data for context. Of 150 US stocks priced on Pluang, 80 rose and 69 fell as of Sep 22, 2026 23:10 WIB. Notable movers include GameStop Corp. at USD 23.79 with a 4.53% increase, Moderna, Inc. at USD 180.13 up 4.16%, and Novavax Inc at USD 10.84 rising 4.13%.
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