According to a recent report by The National, gold has reached a historic milestone by climbing above $5,000 per ounce — a clear indicator of investor preference for safe-haven assets in an environment of currency volatility and geopolitical uncertainty. Remarkably, gold exceeds $5000 an ounce for the first time in history. The article highlights key drivers behind this rally, including dollar weakness, record ETF inflows, and broader risk aversion in global markets, as well as expert forecasts that suggest further upside potential for gold prices later in the year.
Read the full article here: Gold Exceeds $5,000 Amid Weaker US Dollar and Geopolitical Tension — The National (January 26, 2026)