Inflation-Adjusted Gold Price Reaches Record High Above $3,635

Gold and Bitcoin Reach New Highs Amid Economic Shifts

The inflation-adjusted price of gold has reached a record high, exceeding $3,610 per ounce, its highest since the 1980s. This surge is attributed to rising inflation and anticipated interest rate cuts, creating favorable conditions for gold and affecting Bitcoin's value.

  • Inflation Impact: The US Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose to 2.9% in August, up from 2.7% in July, increasing the inflation adjustment on gold prices.
  • Interest Rate Speculation: A lower-than-expected US Producer Price Index (PPI) suggests potential for a 50 basis-point interest rate cut at the Fed's upcoming meeting.
  • Global Factors: Political instability, trade disputes, and a declining US Dollar Index have boosted gold as a safe-haven asset.
  • Central Bank Activity: Emerging markets like China, India, Russia, and Turkey are increasing gold reserves to diversify from the US dollar.

Bitcoin and Gold Dynamics

  • Price Levels: As of now, Bitcoin trades at approximately $114,600 per coin, while gold is at $3,635 per ounce.
  • Historical Trends: Both assets show cyclical behavior, with Bitcoin historically outperforming gold but recently stabilizing against it.
  • Market Signals: Recent minting of 2 billion USDT suggests potential momentum for cryptocurrencies, although still trailing behind gold's performance.

Gold vs. Bitcoin weekly (1W) price chart | Source: TradingView

This period marks financial maturity for Bitcoin, balancing its growth with traditional commodities like gold, as both respond to economic indicators and global market conditions.