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The price of gold is projected to rise by 5% in 2026 and 6% in 2027, according to the World Bank. The projections point to “moderate” but sustained growth for the precious metal in the coming years, in an international environment marked by geopolitical uncertainty and adjustments in global monetary policy.
According to the organization, precious metals recently reached record highs, led by gold and silver, while platinum also showed significant gains. This performance has been driven primarily by investment demand, given an uncertain global scenario that has led investors to seek safe-haven assets.
The World Bank highlights that one of the determining factors in gold’s performance has been the increase in central bank purchases, which have more than doubled since 2022 compared to the average for the 2015-2019 period. This trend responds to the need to strengthen international reserves and reduce exposure to financial and exchange rate risks.
Although prices began to decline slightly in early october, this correction was influenced by a stronger dollar and investors seeking to lock in profits after the previous sharp rise. However, the report notes that this decline does not change the positive medium-term outlook.
For 2026 and 2027, the World Bank forecasts “moderate” increases in both gold and silver, driven by continued (albeit slower) purchases by central banks, as well as persistent geopolitical tensions and expectations of further monetary policy easing in the United States.
The report concludes that, despite more “moderate” growth, gold will continue to play a key role as a safe-haven asset and a source of stability in international markets, especially in contexts of economic and political volatility.
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