Fund Manager Predicts Gold's Return to $5,000, Long-Term Outlook Fuels Exploration
August 14th, 2026 2:05 PM
By: Newsworthy Staff
Catalyst Funds' CIO David Miller forecasts gold could reach $5,000 per ounce in the long term, a view that underpins the strategies of exploration companies like Numa Numa Resources Inc.

Gold could eventually climb back to $5,000 an ounce, although investors may have to wait several years for the metal to reach that level. This is according to David Miller, CIO and co-founder of Catalyst Funds and portfolio manager of the Strategy Shares Gold Enhanced Yield ETF. That long-term view is what keeps exploration firms like Numa Numa Resources Inc. focused on their projects.
The forecast comes amid a backdrop of global economic uncertainty, inflationary pressures, and geopolitical tensions, which have historically driven investors to gold as a safe-haven asset. Miller's projection suggests that the current market conditions, combined with potential monetary policy shifts, could create a favorable environment for gold prices to surge in the coming years.
For exploration companies, such a bullish outlook justifies continued investment in mining projects despite the high costs and long lead times associated with bringing new mines into production. Numa Numa Resources, for instance, is likely to view Miller's forecast as validation of their strategic focus on gold exploration, as they seek to position themselves to benefit from a potential price rally.
The gold market has seen significant volatility in recent years, with prices reaching record highs in 2020 before undergoing corrections. Analysts have offered mixed predictions, but Miller's $5,000 target stands out as particularly optimistic. If realized, it would represent a substantial increase from current levels, offering significant upside for investors in gold-related assets.
However, Miller also cautioned that the path to $5,000 is unlikely to be smooth, and investors should be prepared for fluctuations along the way. He emphasized the importance of a long-term perspective and the need to focus on the fundamental drivers of gold demand, including central bank buying, jewelry consumption, and industrial use.
For companies like Numa Numa Resources, which are in the early stages of exploration, Miller's outlook could influence their ability to attract funding. Investors may be more willing to finance projects with long-term potential if they believe gold prices will rise substantially in the future.
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