Silver Prices Surge to Record Highs as Gold Hits New Records
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 29 2025
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Source: Coinmarketcap
- Silver Price Surge: Silver prices soared to nearly $84 over the weekend, exhibiting volatility akin to cryptocurrencies, reflecting strong investor demand for scarce assets, which may further shift market focus towards traditional commodities.
- Gold Hits Records: Gold prices also surpassed $4,530, as investors rotated into hard assets due to expectations of looser U.S. monetary policy, indicating a growing confidence in the future economic environment that could attract more capital into precious metals.
- Monetary Policy Expectations: With a new Federal Reserve chair expected to take office in 2026, markets are pricing in substantial interest rate cuts, which will lower bond yields and encourage investors to seek alternatives like gold and silver, further driving up precious metal prices.
- Impact of Dollar Depreciation: Analysts noted that the U.S. Dollar Index declined nearly 10% in 2025, providing structural support for scarce assets; although Bitcoin has not mirrored the surge in precious metals, market sentiment remains divided on its future performance.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
