On the night of Monday, January 12, the price of a troy ounce of gold approached the mark of 4600 dollars, according to media reports.
As reported by DW, since the beginning of the current year, gold has increased its value by approximately six percent. In 2025, this metal became one of the most popular assets, with its price rising by 65 percent — the largest increase since 1979. Silver, during the same period, appreciated by nearly 150 percent.
On Monday, the price of an ounce of silver rose another 4.5 percent — to 83.45 dollars, which is just slightly below the record level at the end of 2025.
Gold is traditionally considered a "safe haven" for investors in times of political and geopolitical instability. During crises and conflicts, there is typically an increase in demand for this metal.
Silver, in addition to its investment appeal, also plays an important role in industry. It is widely used in technologies related to artificial intelligence, robotics, and energy, which further contributes to the growth in demand.
