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Gold Climbs Above $4,500 for First Time on Geopolitics, Rates

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2025

Gold surged to a new all-time high above US$4,500 an ounce, supported by rising geopolitical risks tied to Venezuela and growing expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep cutting interest rates next year.

Gold Sets 50th Daily Record This Year on Rate-Cut Bets and Risk

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2025

Gold surged to a new all-time high on Tuesday (December 23), marking the 50th record-breaking session for the metal this year, as investors balanced worsening geopolitical strains against growing expectations of further US interest-rate cuts.

Global gold hits new all-time high above US$4,400

December 22, 2025

Gold tops US$4,400 for the first time as Fed-cut bets and safe-haven demand rise; silver hits US$69.44 and copper sets a record near US$12,000

Gold Prices Close Week in Positive Territory, Silver Hits Record High, Fed Interest Rate Cuts Expected

December 20, 2025

Silver prices surged ATH last night, while gold closed the week in positive territory, driven by growing expectations of Fed rate cut twice next year

Expectations rise for Window Dressing as funds adjust portfolios to new index criteria

December 18, 2025

Analysts forecast a high chance of Window Dressing in the final stretch of the year as funds adjust their portfolios to align with the new SET50/SET100 and ESG criteria

Liberator unveils new vision to unlock Thai investors’ potential for 2026

December 16, 2025

Liberator’s new vision "Liberate You" aims to unlock Thai investors’ potential by 2026 with innovative tools and a technology-driven platform

BOT governor orders tighter control of currency exchange after baht strengthens

December 16, 2025

Bank of Thailand Governor Vitai Ratanakorn says the BOT is stepping up scrutiny of foreign-exchange transactions — especially gold traders selling US dollars for baht — after the currency strengthened 2.5% since early December amid a weaker dollar and year-end inflows.

BoT tightens checks on gold traders’ FX forwards to curb baht volatility

December 15, 2025

The Bank of Thailand has tightened scrutiny of gold traders’ FX forward deals, requiring proof of genuine exports and faster supporting documents

BIS Issues First Alert in 50 Years Over Global ‘Double Bubble’ Risk in Gold and Stocks

December 09, 2025

The central bank of central banks warns synchronised surge in gold and S&P 500—fuelled by AI hype and geopolitical tension—reflects dangerous market fragility

SET to delist JKN, allows temporary trading December 18–26

December 08, 2025

The Stock Exchange of Thailand will delist JKN Global Group on December 27 2025 after false 2023 accounts, allowing a final seven-day trading window.

Central banks rush to hoard gold as bitcoin joins reserve race

December 07, 2025

Central banks step up gold buying to a 2025 high while the US and others explore bitcoin as a new strategic reserve alongside bullion.

Gold Prices Rise on Expectations of Fed Rate Cuts; Silver Hits New Record High

December 06, 2025

Gold prices climbed last night amid growing expectations that FED will cut interest rates, while silver surged to a new all-time high of $59.32 per ounce

Thai Regulator Vows Action on JKN Fraud Case, Seeks Extradition of Ex-CEO

December 05, 2025

Thailand's SEC insists it is 'not complacent' over Anne Jakrajutatip's alleged flight abroad, promising full cooperation with DSI to secure her return and prosecution

Thai listed firms post 886.8-billion-baht profit in first nine months despite weaker sales

December 02, 2025

SET-listed firms earned 886.8 billion baht in the first nine months of 2025, driven by mergers and restructuring, though overall sales slowed amid economic pressures.

Gold prices rise for the fourth consecutive month, while silver hits an all-time high

November 29, 2025

The suspension of trading by CME affects currency exchange rates, commodities, and futures contracts. Investors anticipate a possible rate cut by the US Fed next month.