[Gold rises 65% in 2025, silver surges 150% to achieve the best performance in 10 years] The precious metals market performed strongly in 2025, with spot gold rising approximately 65% for the year, reaching a peak of $4,549.96 per ounce and setting over 50 new records. It closed at $4,318.65 per ounce on December 31, down 0.46%. Spot silver surged approximately 150% for the year, hitting a high of $83 per ounce, marking its best performance in 10 years. It closed at $71.51 per ounce on December 31, down 6%. The global trend of 'de-dollarization,' Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, and industrial demand drove the prices of gold and silver higher.