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Gold can continue to rise above levels of USD 3,000 per oz this year, as supported by several factors.

The year started with volatility in rates, as the 10-year Treasury yield oscillates amid shifting market dynamics.

At the start of the year, markets dismissed the prospect of US tariffs as mere threats rather than economic realities. But the new Trump administration’s first decisive moves – targeting China, Canada, Mexico, and soon, Europe – have shattered that assumption.

UBP’s Deputy Head of Private Markets Group, Gaetan Aversano, recently took part in a compelling discussion at the IPEM Cannes 2025 conference. The session, titled ‘What wealth clients really want: surprising lessons learned from the field,’ delved into the evolving preferences and needs of wealthy clients, particularly in the realm of private markets.

On his return to the Oval Office, Donald Trump swiftly sparked uncertainty with a trade offensive against Mexico, Canada and China. We expect the return of protectionist policies to fuel market volatility in the months ahead. In this environment, hedge funds and precious metals stand out as resilient investment choices.

The inevitable increase in interest-rate volatility is clouding the short-term outlook for the credit market.

Looking at 2025, macroeconomic shifts and evolving investment strategies are reshaping the outlook for private markets.

UBP Monaco, as do many private banks, remains very cautious over the use of AI. CEO Sérène El Masri explains why.