Why Investors Are Turning to XAUT: Market Analysis and Gold Forecast Through 2026
Investors are increasingly using Tether Gold (XAUT) for accessible gold exposure, while gold prices are forecasted to hit new records by 2026.Summary
Gold has performed exceptionally well in 2025, breaking $3,000 and $4,000 milestones, significantly outperforming Bitcoin. This trend is driving interest in gold-backed tokens like Tether Gold (XAUT), which allows instant, fractional exposure to gold via the Ethereum blockchain without extensive KYC processes, offering high liquidity.
XAUT, issued by Tether, is backed 1:1 by physical gold held in reserve, similar to stablecoins. While redemption for physical gold requires a large minimum (around 430 XAUT), its convenience and divisibility make it popular. However, investors must consider counterparty risk associated with the issuer (Tether) and risks inherent in the on-chain infrastructure.
Looking ahead, the gold market is highly bullish. Gold's 2025 rally was fueled by lower interest rates, geopolitical uncertainty, and central bank demand. Forecasts suggest continued growth, with CoinCodex predicting a peak near $6,400 in 2026, supported by Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and HSBC analysts who project prices exceeding $5,000 based on factors like continued Fed rate cuts.
(Source：BeInCrypto)