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| By Jim Nelson |
One year ago, we looked at the long-term performance of gold and the S&P 500.
What was shocking last year should now be common knowledge.
Gold has had a fantastic 21st century.
It was up 800% to end 2024, compared to 300% for the broad market.
Today, that split is even wider:
In truth, even this chart doesn’t show the full spread. Gold topped $4,500 again this week.
If it can hold above that price, there’s no stopping it from running higher.
If you’ve been following these pages for any length of time, you already know that many of your experts are calling for 2025’s gold run to be just the start.
Related reading:
Sean Brodrick just released his newest prediction on gold.
He calls it the “Golden Paradox.”
Of course, he and the rest of your gurus aren’t just calling for another big year for gold.
Here’s how they recommend you settle in for the new trading year:
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Have a great weekend!
Jim Nelson
Managing Editor, Weiss Ratings Daily


