The price of gold in Vietnam experienced a significant surge on Tuesday morning, propelled by the precious metal’s global market gains and political uncertainties.
Saigon Jewelry Company reported a 0.57% increase in the price of its gold bars, reaching VND158 million (US$6,011.49) per tael. A tael, a unit of weight commonly used in East Asia, is equivalent to 37.5 grams or 1.2 ounces.
In addition to the rise in price of gold bars, the price of gold rings also saw a notable increase, jumping by 0.39% to VND154 million per tael. Over the past year, the price of gold in Vietnam has soared by 83%.
On a global scale, gold prices reached a one-week high following the U.S. strikes in Venezuela, which further enhanced the safe-haven appeal of bullion. Spot gold, or gold that is bought and sold for immediate delivery, saw an increase of 0.39% to $4,465.50 per ounce.
According to Alexander Zumpfe, a precious metals trader at Heraeus Metals Germany, the situation in Venezuela has clearly stimulated safe-haven demand. This comes in addition to existing concerns related to geopolitics, energy supply, and monetary policy.
Gold saw a remarkable 64% gain last year, driven by geopolitical flashpoints and the U.S. Federal Reserve’s cycle of easing interest rates. Expectations of even lower rates, combined with central bank purchases and Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) flows, provided further support to gold’s rising prices.
What caused the rise in gold prices in Vietnam?
The rise in gold prices in Vietnam was primarily driven by the precious metal’s global market gains and ongoing political uncertainties.
How much did gold prices increase globally?
Globally, spot gold experienced an increase of 0.39% to $4,465.50 per ounce.
What factors contributed to the 64% gain in gold prices last year?
The remarkable 64% gain in gold prices last year was propelled by geopolitical flashpoints, the U.S. Federal Reserve’s cycle of easing interest rates, and the expectation of even lower rates. Central bank purchases and ETF flows also provided additional support.
