Analysis reveals why Wall Street's most conservative institutions are making unprecedented precious metals forecasts

Lear Capital, a leader in precious metals since 1997, has released a comprehensive market analysis examining why major Wall Street banks are now projecting gold prices could reach $5,000 per ounce. The report, authored by Global Financial Research Specialist Kathrynn Ward, details the fundamental shifts driving institutional confidence in precious metals.

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"We're witnessing something remarkable," said Kevin DeMeritt, founder of Lear Capital. "JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, and Bank of America – institutions known for conservative forecasting – are all independently projecting gold at or above $5,000. This isn't speculation; it's a response to measurable economic forces that continue to intensify."

The report highlights several critical developments:

-- Wall Street Consensus: JPMorgan targets $5,000/oz, Goldman Sachs $5,055/oz, and Bank of America $5,000/oz – representing potential gains of 25-30% from current levels.

-- Structural Under-Allocation: Most institutional portfolios hold less than 1% in gold, while Morgan Stanley's CIO recently recommended a 60-20-20 model allocating 20% to inflation hedges, including precious metals.

-- Record Institutional Demand: Central banks are purchasing gold at the fastest pace in modern history, while U.S. national debt has surpassed $38 trillion, with over $1 trillion annually going to interest payments alone.

-- Dollar Weakness: The U.S. dollar fell over 10% in 2025, a trend that historically correlates with rising gold prices.

"What makes this moment different is the convergence of factors," DeMeritt added. "We have record debt, persistent inflation pressures, weakening dollar trends, and historic central bank buying all happening simultaneously. The forces that drove gold's 2025 rally aren't slowing down – they're accelerating."

The report also examines opportunities in platinum and palladium, which have strengthened alongside gold due to industrial demand and constrained supply, with China now accounting for approximately 30% of global platinum demand.

For access to the complete "$5,000 Gold" report and to learn more about precious metals investment opportunities, visit www.LearCapital.com or call 800-965-0580.

About Lear Capital

Founded in 1997 by precious metals expert Kevin DeMeritt, Lear Capital offers investors the opportunity to diversify their portfolios with unique approaches to purchasing precious metals, including gold and silver individual retirement accounts. With a commitment to transparency and customer education, Lear Capital has handled more than $3 billion in trusted transactions, serving over 90,000 investors through every major financial crisis of the modern era.

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