Gold investments 2025 – opportunities, risks, and why transparency is crucial

A surprising shift of large gold holdings from the Bank of England to New York is currently making headlines. Since Donald Trump’s re-election in 2024, banks and wholesalers have stored around 393 tonnes of gold in vaults at the New York commodities exchange—an impressive increase of 75%. At the same time, London is experiencing delivery bottlenecks, meaning gold buyers at the Bank of England are waiting up to 8 weeks for their payouts.

The reason? The tariffs feared under Trump. So far, Mexico and Canada have been affected by 25% tariffs, but other trading nations such as China, the BRICS countries, and the EU could also come into focus in the coming years. These uncertainties are prompting international gold buyers to hedge early—creating a real “rush” in the gold market.

The current uncertainty is increasing not only demand but also the price of the precious metal. According to financial experts, several factors are coming together to drive the gold market:

• Rising government debt in many industrialised nations is prompting a flight into supposedly safe assets such as gold.
• Purchases by central banks, which are deliberately reducing dollar reserves and instead focusing on stable diversification.
• Lack of alternatives for long-term investors—because other asset classes such as bonds or equities are volatile or associated with higher risks.

Swiss major bank UBS advises that investors should prepare for a period of heightened global uncertainty. In this environment, gold is increasingly perceived as a “rock in the storm” and could therefore even surpass the $3,000 mark in the future.

Another very important point when buying gold is the origin of the precious metal. While the gold price is rising, consumer demand for certified and transparent supply chains is also growing. The goal? Avoiding conflict gold, which is mined under questionable conditions.

More and more providers are therefore focusing on full traceability—for example through modern technologies such as the Finomet platform. These ensure that gold comes from ethically responsible sources. For investors, this means fewer risks in the long term, as “clean gold” is increasingly preferred and, in certain regions or industries, is even becoming a prerequisite.

However, BaFin warns against dubious providers selling supposedly low-cost gold. If you wish to invest for the long term, you should pay attention to the following points:

• Regulated dealer – Check whether the provider is licensed by German or European authorities.
• Certified origin – Dealers with a verifiable supply chain offer greater protection against future restrictions.
• Long-term focus – Gold from the “shadows”, i.e., of unknown origin, carries high risks, as it is increasingly being avoided.

Gold is not only a sought-after investment, but also a safe haven in times of uncertainty and political instability. However, the market is evolving—transparent supply chains, rising demand, and the role of central banks show just how dynamic the precious metal is at present.

For investors, there are three key steps:

1. Inform yourself thoroughly before investing, and work only with regulated and trustworthy providers.
2. Monitor the global market, as political developments such as tariffs or trade conflicts can have a major impact on price trends.
3. Choose “clean gold”, which will be in ever greater demand over the long term and meets the standards of ethical investing.

Are you ready to take your investment strategy with gold to the next level? Please feel free to contact us for a personal consultation. Together, we will analyse your long-term goals and help you make the right decisions in the complex gold market.