Precious Metals Mania: Gold Nears $3,900 Record as Silver, Platinum Surge Amid Market Turmoil (Oct 2–3, 2025)
Precious Metals Market Overview Gold and other precious metals surged to multi-year highs in early October 2025 as investors sought safe havens amid economic uncertainty. Spot gold traded just below $3,900/oz by Oct 3, capping a near 2% gain for the week reuters.com. Analysts say a softer dollar and looming Fed rate cuts have kept gold firmly bid. KCM Trade’s Tim Waterer observed that a small dollar rebound “caused a minor speed bump” but gold remains “well within shouting distance of the $3,900 level” reuters.com. High Ridge Futures’ David Meger added that gold’s rally has been driven by “safe-haven demand