Year-End Stagnation Creates Investment Opportunity in Gold and Stocks

Market Inactivity During Holiday Season

As the year draws to a close, financial markets are expected to experience a period of stagnation due to reduced trading activity during the holiday season. According to Ibrahim Assuaibi, a currency and commodity analyst, this inactivity typically spans from late December through early January. The slowdown is attributed to investors adopting a "wait and see" approach during this period.

Strategic Investment Window

Assuaibi identifies this market stagnation as a potential strategic investment opportunity. With trading activity expected to be subdued until January 2026, investors may find it an opportune time to make purchases in certain asset classes. The analyst particularly highlights gold and stocks as sectors likely to remain relatively stable during this period.

Market Dynamics and Price Movements

The analyst notes that global gold prices have already reached their peak in October 2025 at US$4,381 per troy ounce and are unlikely to breach the US$4,400 mark in the near term. This stability is expected to continue through the year-end period, creating favorable conditions for investors looking to enter or expand their positions.

Investor Behavior During Year-End

Assuaibi observes that during this period, many investors, particularly institutional investors and financial institutions, tend to adopt a cautious stance. The reduced market activity is not unique to Indonesia but is a global phenomenon, with investors worldwide choosing to suspend trading activities during the holiday season.

Implications for Investment Strategy

The anticipated market stagnation presents a window of opportunity for investors to execute investment strategies at relatively stable prices. As the market enters this quiet period, investors are advised to consider their positions in gold and stocks, potentially using this time to rebalance their portfolios or make strategic investments in anticipation of market movements in 2026.