LBMA Delegates Predict Gold Price Rise to $5,013 per Ounce in Next Year
Delegates at the London Bullion Market Association's annual meeting in Sorrento, Italy, forecast gold prices to rise to $5,013 per troy ounce over the next 12 months, up from the current $4,170. Despite a 3% decline in 2026 amid interest rate concerns and geopolitical tensions, gold surged 64% in 2025, reaching a record $5,595 in January. Silver, platinum, and palladium prices are also expected to increase, following recent declines this year.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–65/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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economictimes broke this story on 6 Oct, 06:38 pm. Other outlets followed.