Gold bars pile isolated on white background. Financial success, business investment and wealth concept. 3D illustration. [Courtesy, iStock] The price of gold has hit a record high as demand for the precious metal remains strong amid global economic uncertainty. The spot gold price hit $3,508.50 per ounce early on Tuesday, continuing its upwards trend which has seen it rise by nearly a third this year. The precious metal is viewed as a safer asset for investors during times of economic uncertainty, and its price rose earlier this year after US President Donald Trump announced wide-ranging tariffs, which have upset global…