Gold posts largest half-year gain since 2007

According to ChainCatcher, market sources report that gold has surged more than 25% over the past six months. With gold reaching historic highs in the second quarter, gold prices in the first half of 2025 have achieved their best performance since the second half of 2007. As of the first quarter ending June 30, gold had risen by 5.5%.

Analysts note that after reaching record highs, gold prices are currently consolidating around $3,300 per ounce. Rhona O'Connell of StoneX stated in a report, "The easing of tensions in the Middle East and the signing of trade agreements have alleviated stress, which is unfavorable for gold but could potentially benefit silver."