Gold is at a record price – why are people buying and how can I invest?
The gold price has soared to a new record high amid concerns about the impact of President Trump’s radical trade policies.
This week, the yellow metal’s price reached $3,600 per troy ounce (the unit used to weigh precious metals), up 42 per cent higher from a year ago.
That upward march could continue further, with December futures markets tipping $3,700 already and some experts predicting it could pass $4,000 by next year.
But “buy low, sell high” is the age-old investment advice. So, for those who haven’t yet invested, is it too late?
Karl Matchett11 September 2025 10:00
Musk vs Ellison: Richest person battle comes down to $1bn
Let’s preface this post by acknowledging we’re speaking in relative terms: one billion dollars is a hefty amount for you and I.
But for the richest two people on the planet it’s…
