Market Watchers: Gold Rises as Fiscal and Trade Tensions Shake Markets
9 June, 2025
Asian trading revealed on Friday, June 6, that gold’s value has increased by 29% since the start of 2025. Announcements of large spending bills and talks of trade wars, along with ongoing political tensions, have sparked fresh conversations about gold’s role in a changing world.
In search of explanations and forecasts for the current market, journalist Mia Pei turned to industry experts in her recent article for The Business Times, which features insights from Joshua Rotbart, founder and managing partner at the Singapore-based bullion house J. Rotbart & Co.
The article reveals Rotbart’s optimistic outlook on gold’s future. He expects steady growth in gold prices, rather than sudden spikes. “We expect the pace of price appreciation to moderate, forecasting a 35% year-over-year increase,” he explained. According to Rotbart, this would put gold at around US$3,526/ozt in 2025.
Rotbart also reflects on gold’s enduring appeal in uncertain times. Investors are drawn to its status as a safe-haven asset, independent of market volatility, currency fluctuations, and policy shifts.
Many investors worry the U.S. dollar will lose strength amid fiscal and political tensions. Gold—which usually rises as the dollar falls—has become a go-to investment for high-net-worth individuals worldwide. At J. Rotbart & Co., we help clients navigate volatile environments. Our tailored bullion services offer a secure, trusted way to protect wealth — ensuring that whatever happens in global markets, your assets remain safe.
Check out the article by Mia Pei to read more about the precious metals market today and how owning physical gold acts as wealth protection amid market challenges.
(Credit: The Business Times)
