According to precious metals market data for 2025, spot gold closed down 0.46% on December 31st, at $4318.65 per ounce. Against the backdrop of global "de-dollarization," the Federal Reserve's resumption of interest rate cuts, and continued gold purchases by central banks worldwide, gold became the most dazzling "star asset" of 2025, maintaining an upward trend throughout the year, rising approximately 65% and reaching a record high of $4549.96 per ounce, setting over 50 new highs during the year. Spot silver closed down 6% on December 31st, at $71.51 per ounce. Industrial demand provided additional support for silver this year, while the global silver market has been experiencing a structural supply shortage for several years, exacerbating price volatility. Silver rose approximately 150% for the year, reaching a record high of $83 per ounce, marking its best performance in over 10 years. (Bullionvault)