- Gold futures surpassed $4,000 per troy ounce for the first time, driven by the U.S. government shutdown, global economic uncertainty, and expectations of Fed interest rate cuts.
- Gold has risen about 54% in 2025, following a 27% increase in 2024.
- Silver is up over 69% this year, approaching record highs, trading around $48.92 per ounce.
- Political crises in the U.S., France, and Japan, along with geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and Ukraine, have boosted investor demand for precious metals.
- Gold is seen as a safe-haven asset and a hedge against inflation, economic instability, and geopolitical uncertainty, attracting both institutional and retail investors.
Gold Surpasses $4,000 per Ounce for the First Time
