Gold and Silver Soar to Record Highs Amid Global Uncertainty
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News18•19-01-2026, 11:13
Gold and Silver Soar to Record Highs Amid Global Uncertainty
- •Global political tensions, including US-Iran conflict and Israel's actions, drive safe-haven demand for gold and silver.
- •Fears of a trade war, fueled by Trump's Greenland proposal and tariff threats, increase investor anxiety and boost precious metal demand.
- •Expectations of US Federal Reserve interest rate cuts make holding gold and silver more attractive due to lower opportunity costs.
- •Declining confidence in the US dollar, stemming from aggressive tariff policies and rising debt, pushes investors towards hard assets.
- •A broader commodity market rally and supply fears, particularly concerning critical minerals, contribute to the surge in metal prices.
Why It Matters: Gold and silver prices hit record highs driven by geopolitical tensions, trade fears, and interest rate cut expectations.
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