Gold Spot Prices Surge 8.36% as Analysts Warn of Increased Volatility

International gold spot prices rose 8.36% while domestic prices jumped over 80 yuan/gram. Analysts predict heightened volatility in the second half of the year despite positive long-term outlooks.

Woofun AI reports that international spot gold prices increased by 8.36% as of August 14, while domestic prices rose by more than 80 yuan per gram, stimulating active trading nationwide. Li Yang, a senior analyst at Baobai Gold, states that the medium-to-long-term outlook remains positive, but short-term and second-half volatility is expected to intensify. Song Jiangzhen, a national senior analyst, observes that the rally reflects both correction elements and solid fundamentals. With prices above 900 yuan per gram, bull-bear debates and technical fluctuations persist, leading to advice against heavy capital allocation for retail investors.