Silver prices are currently trading above $74.49 per ounce in the US session on Friday (December 26th), extending a remarkable rally that began several months ago, fueled by geopolitical tensions and a weakening US dollar. This surge was fueled by continued speculation, supply dislocations in major trading centers, and a large influx of funds into silver-backed ETFs. Rising demand, from both the investment and industrial sectors, has made silver a leading choice amidst the global economy.Silver is also supported by fundamental factors such as rising geopolitical tensions and concerns about...
Gold reached an all-time high, continuing its extraordinary rally fueled by geopolitical tensions and a weakening US dollar. Spot gold prices rose 1.2% to above $4,530 per ounce, influenced by tensions in Venezuela and the US offensive against ISIS in Nigeria.The weakening US dollar also supported the surge in this precious metal. The Bloomberg Spot Dollar Index fell 0.7% this week, giving gold and silver room to continue strengthening. Massive buying by central banks and ETFs also contributed to the price increase. Furthermore, platinum also recorded a significant surge, rising 40% this...
Gold reached an all-time high, continuing its extraordinary rally fueled by geopolitical tensions and a weakening US dollar. Spot gold prices rose 1.2% to above $4,530 per ounce, influenced by tensions in Venezuela and the US offensive against ISIS in Nigeria.The weakening US dollar also supported the surge in this precious metal. The Bloomberg Spot Dollar Index fell 0.7% this week, giving gold and silver room to continue strengthening. Massive buying by central banks and ETFs also contributed to the price increase. Furthermore, platinum also recorded a significant surge, rising 40% this...
World oil prices moved slightly higher in today's trading, with Brent rising slightly to around US$62.3 per barrel and WTI around US$58.4 per barrel, as the market weighed geopolitical tensions in Venezuela and Nigeria, plus the risk of supply disruptions that have boosted demand for oil safety. Sentiment remains cautious due to low trading volumes amid the year-end holidays, so price movements are likely to be limited and sensitive to global news. What This Means for the Market: Despite a small surge in geopolitical momentum, overall oil fundamentals still point to downward pressure due to...
Silver continues its rally, reaching a record high of around $75 per ounce, driven by a combination of strong industrial demand, tight supply, and growing expectations of a Fed interest rate cut. This price increase is also reflected in the domestic market, where Antam silver rose by around Rp900 to Rp44,965 per gram, demonstrating investor interest in the white metal as a hedge and strategic commodity. Why Silver Is Shining: Silver's fundamentals remain solid due to a structure of demand that exceeds supply, particularly from the technology, clean energy, and electronics sectors—while...