Key Takeaways Gold hit $4,000 an ounce for the first time on Tuesday, extending its record run amid heightened economic uncertainty and surging interest from everyday investors. Gold futures rose to an all-time high of$4,014 an ounce Tuesday morning. The precious metal, which investors typically favor as a hedge against inflation or stock market downturns, has gained about 50% this year, more than most stocks in the S&P 500. "The latest leg higher has been underpinned by the growing uncertainty over the U. ...