Gold is trading at $3,034.20, up $22.01. Silver is trading at $33.76, up 74 cents. Experts predict that gold prices may rise further in April, potentially reaching $3,100 per ounce. This potential increase is supported by a weaker U.S. dollar, which dropped 0.1% against major currencies on Monday and is down 3.4% this month, making gold more affordable for foreign buyers. Analysts like Ross Norman suggest that the modest decline in the dollar’s value is providing a slight boost to gold prices. Additionally, uncertainty surrounding U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff plans, set to be detailed on April 2, is contributing to the bullish outlook for gold, a traditional safe-haven asset during economic and geopolitical instability.
The upcoming tariff announcements on April 2 are a focal point for markets, as Trump has hinted at flexibility in implementing reciprocal tariffs that could otherwise fuel inflation and slow economic growth. According to Han Tan of Exinity Group, a harsher-than-expected tariff policy could propel gold toward the $3,100 mark, while a less severe outcome might temporarily push prices below $3,000 if risk-on sentiment returns. Gold’s appeal is further enhanced by the Federal Reserve’s decision to maintain steady interest rates with expected cuts later this year, fostering a favorable low-interest-rate environment. Having already hit a record high of $3,057.21 this year, gold could climb to $3,150 in the near term, per Norman, with demand likely to remain strong amid ongoing uncertainties, while other precious metals like silver, platinum, and palladium also saw modest gains.
