Trump's Threat Fuels Gold, Silver to Record Highs; Experts Predict Further Surge

• Gold prices surged past $5,000 per ounce for the first time on January 26, 2026, continuing a rally that saw over 60% increase in 2025.
• Geopolitical tensions, including Trump's tariff threats and global instability, along with a weaker dollar and anticipated interest rate cuts, are driving investors to gold as a safe haven.
• Central banks globally are accumulating record amounts of gold, contributing to price hikes due to limited supply and increased demand.
• Silver also hit a historic high, crossing $100 per ounce, with a 150% increase in 2025, outperforming gold.
• Gold's scarcity and independence from debt or company performance make it a strong asset; Indian households hold $3.8 trillion worth of gold.

Why It Matters: Geopolitical instability, a weak dollar, and central bank demand are pushing gold and silver to record prices.