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Gold Prices Poised for Further Gains in 2025, Say Majority of Institutional Investors
[City, Date] – Gold prices are expected to continue their upward trajectory in 2025, according to a Goldman Sachs study that surveyed over 900 global institutional investors. The study found that approximately 70% of these investors anticipate further increases in the price of the precious metal.
Gold has already experienced a remarkable year, surging 61% and briefly exceeding USD 4,000 for the first time. Analysts at Goldman Sachs attribute this year’s rally, and previous gains, to substantial buying, particularly by central banks, as well as anticipation of interest rate cuts.
In India, gold prices have been volatile, experiencing both record highs and recent dips. As of today, the price of 24-carat gold is trading at Rs 13,048 per gram, up by Rs 66. 22-carat gold is priced at Rs 11,960 per gram, up by Rs 60 and 18-carat gold is valued at Rs 9,786 per gram, up Rs 49 (Source: GoodReturns). Gold is widely considered a hedge against inflation, and 24-carat gold is favored for investment.
In related news, the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) has hailed a new directive from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) requiring online messaging apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal to link SIM cards to user accounts. COAI believes this is a “landmark step” in the fight against cyber fraud.
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