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Explore the factors leading to silver hitting over $90 for the first time and gold approaching record highs. Understand the impact of US rate cuts, geopolitical tensions, and market predictions in the precious metals sector.

CME Group raised margin requirements on precious-metal futures for the second time in the space of a week, following a bout of volatility that saw prices spike then retreat.

Compared to other precious metals options, "Silver likely offers stronger return potential," Chandaria says. "Its smaller market size, tighter supply-demand balance, and growing industrial relevance mean that investment inflows can drive larger percentage gains compared to gold."

Spot gold hit a peak of $4,641.29 per ounce, taking its year-to-date gains to 6%. Silver, meanwhile, continues to outpace gold, up more than 14% on the year after soaring to a record $92.23 per ounce.

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Metals Focus also expects the palladium price to continue an upward trajectory, at least through the early months of 2026, with the metal possibly retesting $2,000 per ounce before moderating later in the year.

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When the prices of precious metals like gold and silver start going wild and dragging industrial commodities like copper and palladium along for the ride, which is exactly what's happening right now, it's typically the result of some mix of widespread fear and heightened inflation expectations.