Gold, used as a safe store of value during times of uncertainty, has hit multiple record highs and surged over 33% so far this year. Expectations of further monetary policy easing by major central banks have also boosted the non-yielding bullion’s appeal. Gold prices firmed on Thursday as the bullion remained in demand in the face of ongoing geopolitical risks, while palladium jumped 8% to a near 10-month peak on fears of supply sanctions on top-producer Russia.In other metals, palladium jumped 8% to $1,142.75, its highest level since December 2023. The U.S. asked the Group of Seven allies to consider sanctions on Russian palladium and titanium . What is ypur take on the new sanctions against Russia ?

