Gold and silver prices are ending the week in record territory; however, momentum appears to be topping out, with prices down from their record highs. After a solid rally, spot gold futures are heading into the weekend below $4,600 an ounce. Spot gold last traded at $4,582.20 an ounce, up 1.6% on the week, but prices are down 1.2% from Wednesday’s intraday high. Silver is experiencing similar price action, but the volatility is significantly more extreme. Spot silver last traded at $88.69 an ounce, up nearly 11% for the week, but down 5% from Wednesday’s peak. While we’re only two weeks into 2026, gold is seeing its ... (full story)