Big Take What’s Driving The Rush to Invest in Gold
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Oct 15, 2025 Jack Ryan, a Bloomberg commodities and precious metals reporter, shares insights on the recent surge in gold prices driven by geopolitical tensions and potential Federal Reserve rate cuts. He explores how crises historically boost gold demand and discusses the unexpected buying spree among central banks since 2022. Ryan also highlights the growing demand for silver and the challenges investors face when entering the precious metals market. The conversation shines a light on the cyclical nature of gold investments and what may signal a downturn in its value.
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Gold Reflects Global Tension
- Gold acts as a barometer for geopolitical tension and global financial stress.
- Jack Ryan says watching gold helps take the pulse of global risk perceptions.
Reserves Rose After Asset Freezes
- Freezing of Russia's foreign assets in 2022 triggered central banks to buy more gold.
- Jack Ryan notes gold can't be frozen if stored domestically, so reserves doubled to ~1,000 tons a year.
New Big Buyers Accumulate Gold
- Major buyers include China, India, and several Eastern European countries.
- Ryan says these buyers are building gold reserves to match large, older reserve-holding nations.