Odaily Planet Daily News: The 2025 precious metals market showed a strong performance. On December 31, spot gold closed down 0.46% at 4,318.65 USD per ounce. Against the backdrop of global "de-dollarization," the Federal Reserve's resumption of a rate-cutting cycle, and continued central bank gold purchases, gold became the most dazzling "star asset" of 2025, rising throughout the year. It gained approximately 65% for the year, reaching a historical high of 4,549.96 USD per ounce and setting over 50 new highs during the year. On December 31, spot silver closed down 6% at 71.51 USD per ounce. Industrial demand provided additional support for silver this year, while the global silver market has experienced structural supply shortages for several consecutive years, intensifying price volatility. Silver rose approximately 150% for the year, reaching a historical high of 83 USD per ounce and delivering its best performance in over a decade. (Bullionvault)
Gold Rises 65% in 2025, Silver Surges 150%
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Gold surged 65% in 2025 amid a strong market rally, reaching $4,549.96 per ounce and setting more than 50 new highs. Silver jumped 150%, peaking at $83 per ounce, its highest level in over a decade. The rally was driven by de-dollarization, Federal Reserve rate cuts, and central bank purchases. Silver also benefited from strong industrial demand and a supply shortage. The fear and greed index indicated a growing bullish sentiment across commodities.
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