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January 14, 2026

‘Resource nationalism’ could propel gold to $5,000 and silver to $100 this year, investors say

Silver broke above $90 for the first time on Tuesday.

‘Resource nationalism’ could propel gold to $5,000 and silver to $100 this year, investors say

TL;DR

  • Gold hit a record high of over $4,600 an ounce, and silver broke above $90 for the first time.
  • Supply constraints, geopolitical tensions, and concerns about central bank independence are driving demand.
  • 'Resource nationalism,' exemplified by export controls on rare earths and silver by China, is boosting precious metal markets.
  • Experts predict gold could reach $5,000 and silver could surpass $100 this year.
  • The investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell has increased concerns about central bank independence and spurred interest in gold as a safe-haven asset.
  • Industrial demand for silver in electronics, EVs, and renewables is a significant factor supporting its price.

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