Gold has had plenty of big moments over the years, but crossing the $3,500 mark this week feels different. On 2 September, prices briefly touched $3,530 an ounce, making headlines everywhere. That’s a 34% jump since January. For something that usually moves at a snail’s pace, this is more like a sprint. So, what’s pushing it higher?
Investors are buzzing about two things right now: Warren Buffett’s latest portfolio shake-up and Amazon’s stock soaring back toward all-time highs. Both are helping shape the mood in the US and giving investors something to feel excited about.
No surprise moves, but no green light for rate cuts yet either
At its July 2930 meeting, the US Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged at 4.25%-4.50%. That’s the same level it’s held since earlier this year, and Fed Chair Jerome Powell made it clear they’re not rushing into any rate cuts just yet.
Bitcoin has gained nearly 20% year-to-date, breaking out past $112,000 on July 9 amid rising institutional interest and broader risk-on sentiment. As of July 11, it’s trading around $117,745.
