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May 18, 2026

Can Gold Reach New Highs

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UBS maintains a bullish outlook for gold, forecasting a year-end target of USD 5,900/oz as temporary pressures from a strong US dollar and high energy prices are expected to fade.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.UBS expects gold to reach USD 5,900/oz by the end of 2026, despite recent price consolidation.
  • 2.Current gold weakness (16% below January highs) is driven by high energy prices, US dollar strength, and rising real yields.
  • 3.Fundamental demand remains robust, characterized by record physical buying by individuals and continued strong central bank purchases.

Table of Contents

  • Key message
  • 01 Gold remains well below its January highs.
  • 02 But we remain confident that gold prices will move higher.
  • 03 We expect gold prices to reach USD 5,900/oz by year-end.
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Authors

Giovanni StaunovoDominic SchniderWayne GordonJon GordonMatthew Carter

Securities

XAUUS Dollar

Themes

Geopolitical HedgingCentral Bank DiversificationReal Yields and Opportunity Cost

Regions

North AmericaMiddle EastGlobalUnited StatesIran