Gold prices to touch record $3,600 in global markets; economic headwinds, strong investment demand to fuel surge: Report

Ventura Securities predicts gold prices could reach $3,600 per ounce by year-end. This rally is due to economic issues and investment demand. Comex gold futures recently hit a high of $3,534.10. Global gold demand increased by 3 percent. Investment in gold ETFs is also strong. Younger buyers are choosing ETFs and digital gold. Central banks are consistently buying gold.