New Delhi, Nov. 24 -- Gold continues to glitter even through bouts of volatility and maintains a constructive outlook in the coming months.

In its Think Future 2026 report, HSBC stated gold remains a "powerful hedge during global economic uncertainty" and continues to attract strong interest from both central banks and retail investors.

According to HSBC Bank, gold is heading for its strongest annual performance in nearly five decades. The metal has posted a year-to-date surge of approximately 54 per cent, marking "one of its most successful years" driven by heightened global uncertainty and concerns around US dollar debasement.

In October, prices touched an all-time high of USD 4,380/oz, before retreating as retail investors took prof...