Gold prices are witnessing an unprecedented rise this year, and experts believe that this trend may continue in 2025 as well. Let’s know how gold prices can rise and what impact it will have on the Indian market. Goldman Sachs, a leading American banking and financial investment company, has forecast that gold prices may reach $3,700 per ounce in the international market by the end of 2025. If trade tensions between the US and China escalate, this price may also go up to $4,500 per ounce. In the Indian market, this price may be around Rs 1.10 to Rs 1.30 lakh per 10 grams. Earlier this year, the price of gold was $2,623 per ounce. If it reaches $3,700, investors can get a return of 41%. On the other hand, if the price reaches $4,500, it can give a return of 71.5%. Currently, gold is trading above $3400, which shows a rise of 22% so far in 2025.
Effect of US-China trade tension – In the international situation, America itself is confused about what effect it will have on gold prices. Unless the trade conflict between the US and China subsides, there is no possibility of gold prices coming down. According to Anuj Gupta, Head of Commodity and Currency Department of HDFC, there is very little possibility of a fall in the price of gold in the next three months.
Importance of gold for investment – In the long term, better profits can be obtained from gold. Therefore, investors are advised to consider investing by planning for the long term. Due to the rise in gold prices, the demand for 18-carat gold is seeing an increase.
Gold demand trend in India – According to the 2024-25 report of the World Gold Council and the Jewelers Association of India, the demand for 18-carat gold in India has increased by 15-20%, especially in urban areas. At the same time, the demand for 22-carat and 24-carat gold has decreased by 10-12%. In the first quarter of 2025, sales of 18-carat jewelery increased by up to 25% during Dhanteras and wedding season. This shows that Indian consumers are maintaining their interest in gold, especially when prices are rising.
