Gold and Silver Futures Hit All-Time Highs as Geopolitical Risks Drive Demand
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 15 2026
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Source: seekingalpha
- Gold Price Surge: Front-month gold futures (XAUUSD:CUR) rose 0.8% to close at $4,626.30 per ounce, marking a new all-time high, reflecting strong demand for safe-haven assets amid escalating geopolitical tensions.
- Strong Silver Market: Front-month silver futures (XAGUSD:CUR) increased by 5.8% to $90.869 per ounce, with analysts projecting prices could reach $100 per ounce in the near term, indicating robust demand and the impact of physical shortages in the market.
- Significant Year-to-Date Gains: Gold has surged 70% over the past year, while silver has nearly tripled in value; particularly in the first two weeks of this year, gold gained 7% and silver jumped 29.5%, demonstrating sustained investor confidence in precious metals.
- Optimistic Market Outlook: ANZ analysts predict that geopolitical instability will drive gold demand, forecasting prices to exceed $5,000 per ounce in the second half of the year, reflecting strong expectations for future price increases.
Analyst Views on BAR
Wall Street analysts forecast BAR stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for BAR is USD with a low forecast of USD and a high forecast of USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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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.
