StanChart’s Cooper Expects Gold Prices to Soften in 2Q

The video discusses the expected trends in gold prices, highlighting a potential softening in Q2 followed by a rally in the second half of the year. Key factors include Central Bank buying and ETF resilience. The macroeconomic backdrop is expected to favor gold, with a potential weakening of the dollar and changes in Fed rate expectations. The video also examines the silver market, noting its different trajectory due to weaker fundamentals and lower investor demand compared to gold.

What is the significance of the gold-silver ratio mentioned in the text?

Discuss the differences in investor demand between gold and silver.