Bank of America Sets New Gold Target as RSI Hits Record High

Core Insights - The gold market is experiencing unprecedented activity, with Bank of America raising its gold price target to $5,000 per ounce and silver to $65 due to rising stagflation risks and geopolitical tensions [2][3] - Gold's Relative Strength Index (RSI) has reached a record high of 92.2, indicating an overbought condition [2] - Gold-backed ETF purchases surged 880% year-over-year in September, totaling a record $14 billion in inflows [2] Market Dynamics - Bank of America's research suggests that inflation driven by deglobalization and fiscal stress in the US could sustain the gold rally for another 12-18 months, despite expectations of short-term consolidation [3] - Risks to the market include potential hawkish moves from the Federal Reserve, tariff rulings, and outcomes of the US midterm elections [3] Industry Commentary - Market veterans, including JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon, have expressed bullish sentiments, suggesting that gold prices could reach $5,000 or even $10,000 under current conditions [4]