Metals vs. Fiat: Gold and Silver Shatter Records Amid Inflation Surge 📈
The flight to safety is accelerating. On December 27, 2025, precious metals reached unprecedented levels as investors hedged against a "sticky" inflation rate that remains well above the 2% target.
📊 The Numbers:
Gold: Trading above $4,550/oz, marking a +70% gain year-to-date.
Silver: The star performer, breaching $76/oz—a staggering +160% surge in 2025.
The Drivers:
Currency Debasement: Record government debt and a weakening Dollar are fueling interest in non-fiat stores of value.
Geopolitical Heat: Ongoing tensions in South America and Eastern Europe are keeping the "Safe Haven" demand at a fever pitch.
Industrial Squeeze: Silver is benefiting from a "double tailwind"—acting as both a monetary hedge and a critical mineral for the AI and EV sectors.
The Takeaway: As the "debasement trade" strengthens, the line between "Digital Gold" ($BTC) and "Physical Gold" is blurring. Both are winning as trust in traditional fiat continues to erode.
