Gold, Silver Soar to All-Time Highs in 2026 Amid Geopolitical Risks, Rate Cut Hopes

• Spot gold climbed over 1% to a record $4,563.61 per ounce on January 12, 2026, marking its first record peak of the year.
• Silver also reached a new high of $83.50 per ounce, driven by strong investment and industrial demand.
• Geopolitical uncertainties, including the US Supreme Court's decision on Donald Trump’s tariff policy and global flashpoints, fueled the rally.
• Expectations of US Federal Reserve interest rate cuts and sustained inflows into gold and silver ETFs further supported prices.
• Analysts predict continued positive momentum, with gold potentially testing ₹1.41 lakh per 10 grams and silver ₹2.80-3 lakh per kg in India.

Why It Matters: Gold and silver hit record highs in 2026, driven by geopolitical risks, rate cut expectations, and strong demand.