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 remains supported by global economic data that reinforces expectations of an interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve, reducing real yields and increasing gold's appeal as a safe-haven asset. Following the latest lower-than-expected US inflation figures, the dollar weakened slightly and bond yields fell, which traditionally makes gold more attractive to global investors. However, gold is moving cautiously due to the dollar's recent strength and market sentiment being sensitive to subsequent US economic data. Demand for physical gold and interest from central banks remains strong,...
Oil is headed for a second weekly decline as concerns about a supply surplus outweigh concerns about supply disruptions. Brent is below $60 (down >2% this week) and WTI is around $56; many major traders see an oversupplied market early next year, with Trafigura even projecting Brent to remain in the $50s until mid-2026.Oil is down around 20% this year due to rising supply (OPEC+ and other producers) while demand is weak. With the year-end holidays approaching, trading volumes are thinning, and prices could become more volatile (asd).DisclaimerThis article is analytical in nature and is...
Silver prices fell slightly on Thursday (December 18th) from recent highs as many investors took profits after a sharp rally this year. The white metal had surged on strong industrial demand and sentiment toward easing interest rates, but a small correction emerged as some market participants considered silver prices too high compared to gold. This decline is not a major weakening, but rather a normal trend after a rapid rise. Analysts say the silver market is still awaiting key economic data such as US inflation and the Federal Reserve's interest rate direction, which could influence...
The gold market opened today, Thursday, December 18, 2025, with spot gold and physical gold prices strengthening in many markets as investor interest in safe-haven assets remains high. In Indonesia, the price of Antam gold bullion rose by around IDR 17,000 per gram to reach around IDR 2,487 million per gram, continuing its recent upward trend. Fundamental sentiment driving gold prices includes expectations of monetary policy easing by the Fed and global economic uncertainty, which has led investors to seek safer assets. However, gold is also still under pressure from the strength of the US...
Silver today, December 18, 2025, is still holding in the $65-$66/oz area after recently setting a new record. The market is holding its breath awaiting US inflation (CPI) data. If inflation softens, the chances of a Fed interest rate cut could increase—and that usually fuels precious metals like silver. Fundamentally, silver's rise this year has been driven by a combination of tight supply/deficit, surging industrial demand (solar, EVs, data centers/AI), plus investment interest and speculation, which have also pushed prices up. However, it's important to remember: silver is notoriously...