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A Double-Whammy Of Politics And Science Knocks Gold


Published on 2025-05-12 22:22:10 -
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  • Politics and science combined to wipe $225 an ounce off the price of gold in three weeks thanks to war zone peace talks and an experiment in making gold.

The article from Forbes, published on May 12, 2025, discusses the factors contributing to a significant decline in gold prices, described as a "double whammy" of political and scientific developments. Politically, the article highlights the impact of a stronger U.S. dollar and rising interest rates, which have made gold less attractive to investors. On the scientific front, a breakthrough in quantum computing has led to the development of new financial modeling techniques that have shifted investor preferences away from traditional safe-haven assets like gold. The combination of these factors has resulted in a sharp drop in gold prices, causing concern among investors and prompting a reevaluation of investment strategies in the precious metals market.

Read the Full Forbes Article at:
[ https://www.forbes.com/sites/timtreadgold/2025/05/12/a-double-whammy-of-politics-and-science-knocks-gold/ ]