Feb. 2 at 7:04 AM
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Gold Market Update – Panic Selling
Gold prices have plunged sharply after record highs in 2026, shaking investors who viewed gold as a safe haven. The decline isn’t due to gold losing value but market mechanics: higher margin requirements, a stronger dollar, and leveraged positions forced rapid selling. Stop-loss orders and algorithmic trades accelerated the drop.
This highlights a weakness of paper gold products like ETFs and futures: they provide exposure, not ownership. In times of stress, they can amplify volatility. Physical gold and Bitcoin, free from counterparty risk, remain true safe havens. The recent sell-off is a reminder to review portfolios, manage risk, and focus on assets with real resilience.