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Gold prices expected to rise 11% by year-end amid easing rate hike fears and strong Asian demand.

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18 Aug 2026
Kitco
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Gold prices are gaining momentum due to reduced expectations of Federal Reserve rate hikes and ongoing strong demand from Asian investors and central banks. Despite a challenging start to the year with rising real yields and inflation concerns, gold's global demand remains resilient, particularly in Asia where prices have risen 13% during local trading hours. Wells Fargo strategists forecast an 11% increase in gold prices by the end of 2026, though they caution the path will be uneven due to U.S. monetary policy headwinds. Long-term outlook remains positive as gold serves as valuable portfolio insurance during economic uncertainty and potential future rate cuts.

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