Gold and Silver Shatter Records as Shutdown Ends and Rate Cut Bets Rise

Gold prices soared above $4,200 an ounce and silver set an all-time high after the US government shutdown resolution raised hopes for a Federal Reserve rate cut. The metals surge reflects investors’ growing anxiety over volatility, inflation, and global market shakiness. Analysts say precious metals are increasingly seen as a safe haven, with institutional and private investors alike looking for stability amid rapidly shifting financial conditions.

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