A report that the U.S. is considering tariffs on gold bars sent futures prices surging on Friday. Analysts weigh in on what it means for investors and the industry.

President Trump is expected to issue an executive order soon to clarify the administration’s policy on tariffs on gold bars, a White House official said. “The White House intends to issue an executive order in the near future clarifying misinformation about the tariffing of gold bars and other specialty products,