Gold and silver prices keep notching fresh records. The question now facing investors is whether the surge reflects genuine demand.

Gold prices hit new record levels this week, continuing an extraordinary rally that’s seen the metal surge roughly 84 % over the past year.  Broade

Gold prices have surged to record highs, driven by geopolitical tensions, a weakening U.S. dollar and increased global demand, creating uncertainty for both consumers and small businesses.

Gold ⁠extended its record-setting rally to surge past $5,100 as central banks and investors sought refuge from geopolitical ‍risks.

Turmoil abroad and politically charged events here at home appear to be pushing investors further toward safe-haven assets in 2026. One thing has become reliable over the past year of worldwide uncertainty: the price of gold and silver has continued to rise.

Gold prices scaled fresh peaks after President Trump added to pressure on the dollar by saying [he wasn't concerned about currency declines](

Gold above $5,000 could pull in more buyers simply because the market is forced to react — not because the economic data suddenly changed. If markets conclude that tariff threats are ultimately negotiable rather than structural,