Gold prices in Malaysia rose on Monday, reaching 607.77 Malaysian Ringgits (MYR) per gram from 597.22 MYR on Friday. The price for Gold increased to 7,088.94 MYR per tola compared to 6,965.83 MYR previously.
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Gold as a Safe Haven Asset
Gold has historically been valued as a store of value and is considered a safe-haven asset, especially during economic turmoil. It serves as a hedge against inflation and currency depreciation.
Central banks hold the largest quantities of Gold, using it to diversify reserves and support currency strength. In 2022, central banks added 1,136 tonnes of Gold, worth about $70 billion, marking the highest yearly purchase to date.
Gold typically has an inverse correlation with the US Dollar and Treasuries. Economic instability or lower interest rates can boost Gold prices, while a strong Dollar may hold prices steady. Gold price movements are often influenced by its pricing in US Dollars (XAU/USD).
The recent increase in gold prices, which reached 607.77 MYR per gram today, signals a potential shift towards safe-haven assets. This move comes amid renewed trade tensions and a slight cooling in global manufacturing PMIs reported last week. For derivative traders, this suggests that long positions on gold could be advantageous in the coming weeks.
Gold and the US Dollar
We see this price action as being closely tied to the US Dollar, which has been showing signs of weakness. The US Dollar Index (DXY) has fallen below the 102 level, a significant drop from the highs we saw in late 2025. This weakening dollar, combined with uncertainty over the Federal Reserve’s next rate decision after last year’s pauses, makes gold an attractive alternative.
The underlying demand from central banks continues to provide a strong floor for the price. Building on the record purchases of 1,136 tonnes in 2022, we saw emerging market banks, particularly the People’s Bank of China, add another 290 tonnes to their reserves through 2025. This persistent buying suggests that any significant dips in price will likely be met with strong institutional support.
This environment is inversely correlated with risk assets, as the S&P 500 has pulled back roughly 3% from its highs earlier this month. Traders should consider buying call options on gold futures to capitalize on potential upward momentum while defining their maximum risk. Given the current volatility, using call spreads could also be an effective strategy to reduce the initial cost of the trade.
Looking back at the sharp price rallies during the geopolitical and inflationary pressures of 2022 and 2023, we know that gold can move quickly. The recent price increase could be the start of a more sustained trend if global uncertainty persists. Therefore, selling cash-secured puts at key support levels might also be a viable strategy for traders to collect premium while positioning for a potential long entry.
