Gold Market Commentary: Precious Metal Thunder
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World Gold Council1.1K FollowersFollow5ShareSavePlay(16min)CommentsSummaryDecember’s 4% gain took gold’s full-year return to a multi-decade record of 67% y/y.Central banks, tariff and trade risks, strong options market activity and a weaker US dollar all played a part.The December precious metals surge, including silver and platinum, and commodity index rebalancing could elicit some near-term volatility. But beyond short-term effects, gold will likely hum to its own tune. asbe/iStock via Getty Images Highlights December and FY 2025 review December’s 4% gain took gold’s full-year return to a multi-decade record of 67% y/y. Central banks, tariff and trade risks, strong options market activity and a weaker US dollar all playedThis article was written byWorld Gold Council1.1K FollowersFollowThe World Gold Council is the market development organization for the gold industry. Our purpose is to stimulate and sustain demand for gold, provide industry leadership, and be the global authority on the gold market. We are a unique organization that delivers tangible benefits to the gold industry. We are an active force within the market, working with a large and diverse set of partners to create access, drive innovation and stimulate demand, while providing a collective voice for our members. We provide insights into the international gold markets, helping people to understand the investment qualities of gold and its role in meeting the social and environmental needs of society. For more information visit www.gold.org.