Gold and silver are leading the precious metals rally as Federal Reserve rate cuts, rising volatility, and persistent inflation reshape investor strategy. Silver has surged to record highs on strong physical demand and ETF inflows, while gold continues its historic run, supported by central bank buying and global economic uncertainty. As markets head into 2026, many investors are turning to physical precious metals as a long-term hedge against inflation, currency risk, and financial market instability.
The Precious Metals Week in Review – May 24th, 2024
1. After a relatively slow start in the first quarter, silver is making its move, significantly outpacing gold as it trades at an 11-year high. Just ahead of last weekend, silver prices have broken above $30 an ounce. Soaring silver prices have pushed the gold-silver ratio below 80 points, and it has been trading at…
The Precious Metals Week in Review – May 17th, 2024
Gold’s record-setting rally may have captured the headlines this year, but it’s silver that’s running harder and faster as the precious metal benefits from robust financial and industrial demand.