flower-shilling

Price Action

Smithys Bullion - FINE GOLD AND SILVER
In 2025, precious metals dominated the investment landscape, with silver, platinum, and gold all ranking among the year's top-performing major asset classes. Driven by geopolitical tensions, trade-war jitters, and a "perfect storm" of industrial demand (particularly for AI and electrification), these assets significantly outpaced traditional equities and bonds.
The top five performing major assets of 2025 were:
  • Silver (+146% to +155%): The undisputed leader of 2025, silver's surge was fueled by its role in solar panels, electronics, and AI infrastructure, alongside massive investment demand.
  • Platinum (+130% to +150%): Platinum claimed the second spot, benefiting from a "catch-up" rally after years of underperformance and its critical role in automotive and industrial sectors.
  • Palladium (+75% to +95%): Rounding out the top three, palladium saw a sharp recovery as supply constraints and industrial needs for catalytic converters drove prices higher.
  • Gold (+62% to +65%): Gold reached historic record highs above $4,000/oz in 2025, supported by central bank stockpiling and its status as a primary safe-haven asset during global uncertainty.
  • Copper (+40% to +43.9%): Benefiting from the same electrification and AI data center trends as silver, copper posted strong returns to complete the top five list of major asset gainers.

Comparative Performance Context

Asset Class 2025 Return (Approx.)Drivers
Silver+150%Solar demand, AI infrastructure, supply deficits
Platinum+140%Catch-up trade, record industrial demand
Gold+65%Geopolitical risk, central bank buying
S&P 500+17%Trailed precious metals significantly
Bitcoin-6%Failed to act as "digital gold" in 2025

AI responses may include mistakes. For financial advice, consult a professional. Learn more
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top