Global Stock Market Capitalization Poised to Hit Three-Year High

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon recently raised concerns about the U.S. economy, citing the potential impact of inflation and increasing deficits.

JPMorgan analysts have identified a lasting shift in investor behavior, highlighting the growing reliance on gold and Bitcoin as hedges against the declining value of fiat currencies.

Gold, traditionally viewed as a store of value, is approaching the $3,000 mark, currently trading above $2,700 and reaching new all-time highs.

In a surprising long-term performance shift, gold has officially outpaced the U.S. stock market over the past 25 years—dividends included.

The price of gold again reached an all-time high, exceeding $2,736 per ounce, after rising around 38% this year.

Goldman Sachs has raised its long-term outlook on gold, projecting that the metal could approach $3,880 per ounce by late 2025 if recession fears take hold.

Gold's demand has surged, driven by investor FOMO, with global interest exceeding $100 billion in the third quarter—setting a historic record.

In July, global gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) saw their largest inflows since April 2022, according to a report by Ernest Hoffman for Kitco News.

Gold funds are back in the spotlight, pulling ahead of Bitcoin ETFs in cumulative inflows after a summer rally reshaped the leaderboard.

Mounting geopolitical uncertainty is breathing new life into gold’s rally, with top financial institutions now predicting a surge toward $4,000 per ounce.

Gold’s relentless climb in 2025 shows no sign of slowing. Spot prices burst above $3,400 this week—within striking distance of April’s record near $3,500—after renewed hostilities in the Middle East rattled global markets.

The ongoing battle between gold and Bitcoin, often referred to as "digital gold," has recently seen gold pull ahead in performance.

Recent data reveals that Bitcoin and gold have moved in opposite directions recently.

Gold has officially entered uncharted territory, with its price per ounce breaking above $4,000 for the first time in history, signaling powerful bullish momentum across global markets.

Gold prices are hitting new records, recently topping $2,510, while Bitcoin, often compared to gold, has struggled, remaining roughly 15% below its March highs.

Gold’s upward trajectory has caught the attention of Bloomberg’s Mike McGlone, who sees the potential for the metal to reach unprecedented highs.

Gold has seen an impressive surge in 2024, continuing its upward trajectory with strong quarterly gains that analysts expect to persist into the next year.

Market participants are closely monitoring upcoming economic indicators from the United States, along with insights from Federal Reserve officials, which could significantly impact gold prices.

Three of the largest U.S. banks are optimistic about gold's continued upward momentum, with some projecting substantial gains for the precious metal.

Gold may be running out of steam after its recent climb past $3,000, with technical indicators flashing signs of exhaustion.