Factors Influencing the Divergence of Precious Metals Prices: The Case of Gold in 2024

This study investigates the key factors influencing the divergence of gold prices in 2024. Using content analysis of scientific articles, multilayer perceptron neural networks, and SARIMA modeling, the research identifies economic and geopolitical drivers that shaped gold market trends. The results indicate that changes in interest rates, geopolitical tensions, and inflation expectations significantly contributed to price volatility and record gold prices. A forecast based on historical patterns and macroeconomic variables suggests that gold will continue to serve as a critical safe haven asset amid global uncertainty. The study highlights the complexity of gold price forecasting and suggests directions for future research.