ME news, December 15 (UTC+8), due to investors weighing the expectations of monetary policy easing in the United States next year and ongoing geopolitical risks, gold prices have risen. "After the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cut and the statements from Chairman Powell being less hawkish than expected, the market anticipates further rate cuts by the Fed in 2026, which has boosted gold prices," said Christopher Tahir from Exness. Meanwhile, the uncertainty of peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, combined with tensions in the Middle East and Latin America, has further enhanced the appeal of gold as a safe-haven asset. Tahir stated that continued inflows into gold-supported ETFs, ongoing purchases by central banks, and concerns about the Fed's future independence have also boosted gold demand. (Jin Shi) (Source: ME)