Gold and silver reach all-time highs as U.S.-Venezuela tensions escalate
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 22 2025
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Source: SeekingAlpha
Gold and Silver Prices Surge: Gold and silver reached record highs, with gold settling at $4,444.60 per ounce and silver at $67.906 per ounce, driven by rising tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela.
Market Influences: The rally in precious metals is attributed to Federal Reserve rate cuts, strong central bank demand, and increased interest from momentum investors, with gold prices up nearly 70% for the year.
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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.








