Gold is the bright spot in commodities rout but 2016 forecasts are divided

The precious metal has traditionally been a safe haven for investors at times of market turmoil but it also thrives at times of inflation, which remains low Gold prices started 2016 with a glimmer, rising to two-month highs in the wake of the Chinese stock market rout and the ripple effects it caused in European and US markets. After touching an all-time nominal high of more than $1,900 an ounce in 2011, gold values have generally declined. Since 2013, the yellow metal posted annual losses. Inve...