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Gold hovers around $4,000, silver holds below $60
Gold is down almost 8% so far this year, while silver has shed more than 20%.
TL;DR
- Gold prices are trading below $4,000 an ounce, and silver prices are below $60 an ounce.
- Gold is down approximately 7.5% year-to-date, while silver has lost nearly 20% of its value.
- Both metals experienced record rallies in 2025, but have since seen volatile trading.
- Hawkish central bank policies, particularly from the Federal Reserve, and inflation fears are weighing on prices.
- Analysts predict limited near-term recovery for gold and silver, with potential for further declines in 2027 and beyond.
- Central banks continue to view gold as a hedge against inflation and geopolitical risks, with expectations of increased reserves.
- Investor sentiment is shifting towards equities, with a potential for re-entry into precious metals only after a significant macro event.