Costco began selling 1-ounce gold bars in late 2023, with prices starting at $1,949.99. By December 2025, the price had increased to $4,119.99, in line with the 65% surge in the broader gold market. Demand remains high, with purchase limits now in place. Gold is seen as a safe haven in times of economic turmoil, driving investors to it. Gold hit a peak price of $4,371.78 in October, and experts predict further increases. Real estate is also a popular asset for preserving purchasing power, with home prices rising over 50% in the past five years.

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