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Gold Prices Dip, Yet Central Bank Demand Surges
2/16/2025
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Story summary
- Gold prices decreased to $2,893.7 per ounce on Friday, yet achieved a seventh week of gains.
- US retail sales fell by 0.9% in January, impacting the US Dollar and Treasury yields negatively.
- Central banks are diversifying reserves, increasing gold demand due to US dollar credibility concerns.
- The World Gold Council forecasts moderate gold price growth in 2025, fueled by central bank demand.
