Gold and Silver Surge to Record Highs Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Rate Cut Speculation
Precious metals skyrocketed to unprecedented levels on December 22, 2025, with Gold breaching $4,412 per ounce and silver nearing $70. Platinum joined the rally, crossing $2,000 for the first time since 2008—marking a 125% annual gain.
Escalating Middle East tensions and Venezuela oil sanctions fueled safe-haven demand. Markets now price in two Federal Reserve rate cuts for 2026, enhancing metals' appeal as non-yielding assets. Gold's 70% annual gain positions 2025 as its strongest year since 1979.
The rally reflects a perfect storm of macroeconomic uncertainty and monetary policy shifts. Traders anticipate sustained momentum as institutional investors rebalance portfolios toward hard assets.