Gold and silver are moving upwards again. The prices of both are increasing. Recently, when gold and silver prices fell, the question arose whether the bull market bubble had burst? It was being speculated that after reaching historical highs, these precious metals would now become cheaper. But a sharp surge has changed the whole picture. It is now believed that the prices of gold and silver will continue to increase rapidly. Both of them had performed very well last year. Especially silver had left everyone else behind. There is a bullish atmosphere again regarding silver in 2026.
What are the current prices?
Gold prices are moving towards the ₹1.5 lakh mark. According to Good Returns, 10 grams of 24-carat gold is available for ₹1,36,210. Meanwhile, silver is set to reach the ₹2.5 lakh mark. Its price is ₹2,42,100 per kg. Silver is known for its big jump. Therefore, it will not be a surprise if silver crosses ₹2.5 lakh in the next two-three days. Internationally, gold is trading at $4,332.36 per ounce and silver at $72.82 per ounce. The prices of both are increasing. Commodity experts believe that gold and silver can perform very well this year too.
Gold’s outlook is positive
The outlook for gold in 2026 remains positive. Most analysts believe that gold prices will rise amid continued buying by central banks, dovish stance of the US Federal Reserve and global uncertainty. RBC Capital Markets estimates that gold prices could reach $4,600 per ounce in 2026 and $5,100 per ounce in 2027. According to a report in Business Today, central banks around the world are buying gold. In the third quarter of 2025 alone, central banks bought an estimated 220 tonnes of gold, up 28% from the previous quarter. Countries like Poland, China and Kazakhstan remain active buyers.
Investment increased in gold ETF
Investors are showing increasing interest in gold ETFs (exchange traded funds). Over the past few months, ETF investors have added 222 tonnes of gold, bringing global holdings close to their all-time high reached in November 2020. Exchange traded funds are an easy way to invest in gold or silver. These do not include physical gold; Instead, they are traded like shares. The most important thing is that investment can be started with relatively small amounts. Like gold ETFs, investment in silver ETFs is also increasing.
Expectation of rise in silver prices
The outlook for silver is also positive. Due to persistent supply constraints and strong industrial demand from solar energy, electric vehicles, and electronics, silver is expected to perform very well this year. China has banned the export of silver, which may increase the gap between demand and supply, which may increase prices. Experts say that Chinese silver is already low in the market, and limiting exports will worsen the situation. American businessman and author of the famous book ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’, Robert Kiyosaki has predicted that silver may go above $200 per ounce this year, while its current price is $72.82 per ounce.
