Gold prices soared to a historic $3,750 an ounce, gaining over 40% year-to-date and marking the strongest annual rise in 45 years. Fed rate cuts, a weaker dollar, and central-bank buying are fueling global demand as investors turn to precious metals for long-term stability and inflation protection.
Gold held close to record highs after the Federal Reserve’s first rate cut of 2025, underscoring precious metals’ enduring appeal as a hedge against inflation, market turbulence, and economic uncertainty. Diversifying with physical metals remains a proven strategy for preserving long-term wealth.
Gold has outshined stocks and crypto in 2025, soaring more than 40% as inflation rises and interest-rate cuts loom. With global uncertainty fueling demand, investors are turning to physical precious metals as a proven hedge against market turbulence and long-term economic risk.
Gold and silver are breaking records as investors flock to safe-haven assets amid market volatility and rate cut expectations. Gold surged above $3,600 an ounce, with forecasts of $5,000 if just a fraction of U.S. Treasuries shift into bullion. Silver also hit a 14-year high, surging past $41 an ounce. Analysts view precious metals as a key hedge against inflation, currency weakness, and economic uncertainty, reinforcing their role as a cornerstone for portfolio diversification.
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