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Gold at $4,000: What’s Driving the Record Surge?

October 10, 2025·27 min
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China is wrapping up its 14th Five-Year plan, which is marked by a series of achievements, including a resilient economy and technological breakthroughs. China's economic growth is projected to exceed 35 trillion yuan, or nearly $4.9 trillion, in the five-year period, contributing about 30 percent of annual global growth. In what ways did China's 14th Five-Year Plan drive the country’s development? (00:45) Gold has hit a dazzling new milestone—rising above 4,000 dollars per ounce for the first time in history. The surge comes amid the U.S. government shutdown and tariffs, as investors worldwide scramble for safe havens. From Wall Street to Main Street, the question is the same: what’s driving this gold rush — and how long can it last? (16:57)

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