- It said spot gold prices have risen about 64% in 2025 and are expected to record the best annual return since 1979.
- It reported that spot silver prices surged about 147% over the same period, showing the highest annual increase since related statistics were compiled.
- Experts said that volatility in the metals market is likely to continue into 2026, but whether the sharp rally seen this year will persist depends on global monetary policy and economic trends.
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Spot gold and silver prices are recording historic gains in 2025, drawing attention in the commodities market.
On the 31st (local time), according to economic news channel Walter Bloomberg, spot gold prices have risen about 64% year-to-date and are expected to record the best annual return since 1979. During the same period, spot silver prices surged about 147%, marking the highest annual increase since related statistics were compiled.
The surge in gold prices is attributed to geopolitical uncertainties and expectations of monetary policy shifts fueling demand for safe-haven assets, even amid a global slowdown in inflation. Continued central bank gold purchases also supported the price increase.
Rising industrial demand drove the increase in silver prices. Analysts say demand has rapidly outpaced supply as silver usage has surged in solar power, electric vehicles, and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure.
Market participants note the significance of gold and silver simultaneously achieving record annual performances. Silver is generally considered more volatile than gold and tends to show relatively higher gains as expectations for economic recovery rise.
Experts see a high likelihood that volatility in the metals market will continue into 2026. However, some caution that whether the sharp rally seen this year will persist depends on global monetary policy and economic trends.
