金价狂飙，澳大利亚掀起“新淘金热”！就连退休店员、建筑工都加入了

Group 1: Gold Rush in Australia - The rising gold prices have sparked a new gold rush in Australia, particularly in the "Golden Triangle" region of Victoria, which is known for its potential to yield natural gold nuggets [1][3] - Amateur prospectors are increasingly drawn to historical gold mining towns like Ballarat, where significant gold discoveries have been made in the past, including the largest gold nugget ever found, weighing 72 kilograms [3][5] Group 2: Equipment and Sales Growth - The Minelab Gold Monster 2000 metal detector, purchased by many new prospectors, has seen a surge in sales since its launch on October 20, selling out quickly due to heightened interest in gold [2] - Lucky Strike Gold, a gold prospecting supply store, reported significant sales growth attributed to the rising gold prices and the popularity of gold prospecting among international customers [2] Group 3: Market Trends and Predictions - International gold prices have reached record highs, surpassing $4,500 per ounce, with Goldman Sachs predicting prices could rise to $4,900 by the end of 2026 [5] - The demand for gold prospecting licenses in Victoria has hit an all-time high, with nearly 16,000 licenses issued by November this year, compared to about 11,000 for the entire previous year [5] Group 4: Psychological and Social Aspects - The process of gold prospecting provides psychological satisfaction and a sense of community among enthusiasts, beyond the allure of potential wealth [5][6] - Codan, the parent company of Minelab, has seen its stock price double this year, driven by strong sales of metal detectors in Australia and abroad, indicating a broader trend in the gold prospecting market [6]