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WGC Outlook 2026: Geopolitics, Growth Risks and Rate Shifts to Steer Gold’s Next Move
Gold’s 2026 trajectory hinges on economic shifts, policy outcomes and global stability, says the latest WGC outlook.
Gold is up by more than 60% y-t-d and is gearing up to have one of its strongest annual performances in decades. Investment demand has been one of the key drivers, in response to a highly charged geopolitical environment, a weaker US dollar, and positive price momentum. At the same time, central bank demand remains strong. Combined, their effect has more than offset any weakness seen in jewellery.
Looking to 2026, the outlook is shaped by ongoing geoeconomic uncertainty. The gold price today reflects consensus expectations for next year, but the global economy rarely ever plays out as planned.
Against this backdrop, our analysis shows that:
If economic growth slows and interest rates fall more than expected next year, gold could see gains between 5% and 15%.
In a more severe downturn marked by rising global risks, gold could see a marked increase between 15% and 30%.
Conversely, a successful outcome from policies set by the Trump administration would accelerate economic growth, reduce risk and push gold down between 5% and 20%.
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Tracr CEO Wesley Tucker to Exit Role as Platform Enters Next Growth Phase
After steering Tracr from pilot project to a globally recognised diamond traceability leader, Tucker will step down in February 2026.
De Beers has announced that Wesley Tucker will step down as Chief Executive Officer of Tracr and depart the business at the end of February 2026. Tucker, who joined De Beers Group in April 2021 as Head of Digital Transformation, later took charge of Tracr—the company’s blockchain-based diamond traceability platform.
During his leadership, Tucker played a pivotal role in transforming Tracr from an early pilot into the industry’s most advanced digital provenance solution. The platform now hosts more than 4 million registered diamonds and has been recognised globally, earning a spot on the Forbes Blockchain 50 list for three consecutive years.
Tucker oversaw major ecosystem expansions, forging partnerships with key industry players such as GIA, Sarine Technologies, and several top manufacturers, suppliers and retailers. His tenure also introduced next-generation capabilities, including full lifecycle traceability and country-of-origin certification for polished diamonds above 50 points sourced from De Beers Group.
Paul Rowley, EVP Diamond Trading, noted that with Tracr moving from its foundational stage into rapid scaling, the transition marks a natural point for Tucker to step aside. He praised Tucker’s leadership and vision for shaping Tracr’s strong strategic position.
De Beers stated that details regarding Tucker’s successor will be shared in due course.
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