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Gold Price Forecast & Predictions 2025–2026
Gold has been one of the best-performing assets of the past decade. With the spot price currently at $4,512.92/oz, analysts are watching closely for the next major move. Below, we cover what happened in 2025 and where top institutions expect gold to go in 2026.
Gold Spot Price (Live)
$4,512.92/ troy oz
2026 Analyst Price Targets at a Glance
| Institution | Price Target | Timeframe | Key Thesis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goldman Sachs | $4,500 | End 2026 | Central bank demand + ETF inflows |
| Bank of America | $5,000 | 12-month bull case | Fed cuts + de-dollarization |
| UBS | $4,200 | End 2026 | Safe-haven demand, moderate rate cuts |
| JP Morgan | $4,000–$4,800 | 2026 range | Structural central bank demand |
| Citi | $4,500+ | Mid-2026 bull case | Stagflation + geopolitical risk |
| Bank of China (Int'l) | $4,000 | Base case 2026 | Chinese consumer and CB demand |
* Forecasts are as of Q1 2026 and subject to revision. Not financial advice.
Year-by-Year Gold Forecasts
Gold Price Forecast 2025
Year in Review
What actually happened in 2025 — key price levels, major events, and how accurate analyst predictions were.
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Gold Price Forecast 2026
Current Year
Where is gold heading in 2026? Expert predictions, bull/base/bear scenarios, and key catalysts to watch.
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Disclaimer: Price forecasts are for informational purposes only. They represent analyst views, not guarantees of future performance. Investing in gold involves risk. This is not financial advice.