CoinWorld News reports that the World Gold Council has released a report stating that the surge in precious metals (including silver and platinum) in December and the rebalancing of the commodity index may trigger market volatility in the short term. However, aside from short-term fluctuations, gold is still expected to continue its own operational logic. The upcoming Supreme Court ruling on tariff policies could have a significant impact on U.S. trade policy. This impact on gold may be more complex but could potentially provide support. Lastly, ongoing geopolitical conflicts (with recent U.S. actions in Venezuela as the latest example) also support gold prices.