Precious Metals Bonanza: Gold Soars to Record High as Silver & Platinum Rally Amid Global Uncertainty
Gold surged to a record ~$3,833/oz on Sep 29–30, 2025, with futures hitting ~$3,893 as investors sought safe havens amid U.S. fiscal and geopolitical risks. Silver rose above $47/oz, an 11-year high, while platinum and palladium also climbed on supply tightness. Central banks continued heavy gold buying, and bullion ETFs saw strong inflows. Barrick Gold’s CEO Mark Bristow resigned suddenly, surprising markets.