Gold prices hit a record high on Friday, set for their best month since March 2024, as investors flocked to the safe-haven metal due to heightened U.S. tariff concerns, while awaiting a key inflation report for further direction.

Gold is on track for its best monthly performance since March last year as sentiment remains strong and participants consider the possible influence of American politics. Both it and the dollar remained strong this week as the Federal Reserve (‘the Fed’) held rates and the European Central Bank (‘the ECB’) cut as expected.

Gold is considered a safe investment during geopolitical turmoil and thrives in a low interest rate environment

Gold prices scaled an all-time high on Friday, briefly touching the $2,800 mark, as market participants rushed to the safe-haven asset after U.S. president Donald trump reiterated his tariff threats.

Gold prices rose to hit a lifetime high on Thursday while the focus was also on a crucial inflation report for clues on the Fed's policy path.

This also comes after the US Federal Reserve (Fed) kept interest rates unchanged at 4.25-4.5 per cent on Wednesday.

Safe-haven demand due to geopolitical uncertainties and concerns over global economic growth amid U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff plans have hoisted gold prices to a record high, once again bringing the key $3,

Investors turned more bullish on gold as President Trump was signing the various Executive Orders that would begin enacting his aggressive policies. As a result, the SPDR Gold Shares ran through the top of its range at $250, initiating what is referred to as a “Volatility Rally”.