Gold and silver prices have skyrocketedImage Credit source: ChatGPT
Gold and silver are flying so high these days that investors’ eyes are fixed on them. In just the first two weeks of January 2026, both precious metals have made new records. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold has reached close to Rs 1.40 lakh per 10 grams, while silver has gone above Rs 2.60 lakh per kg.
Seeing such a sharp rise, questions are arising in the minds of many people, should they book profits and exit now, or should they wait for further growth? At the same time, new investors are wondering whether it would be wise to buy at such high prices or not.
Why is it increasing?
According to experts, the biggest reason for this rise is the increasing tension in the world. Incidents related to America, Iran, Venezuela, China and Japan have increased fear and uncertainty in the global market. Whenever instability increases in the world, investors move money away from shares and risky assets towards safe investments. Apart from this, US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose heavy tariffs on countries doing business with Iran has also increased the market’s concern. On top of that, questions raised regarding the independence of the US Federal Reserve have made investors more cautious.
Will this boom continue in 2026 also?
According to the report of big brokerage house Motilal Oswal, 2026 will not be a completely stable year but may be full of many changes and ups and downs. In such an environment, gold and silver can maintain their importance. The report shows that Central Banks are continuously purchasing gold, the supply from mines is limited and the sale of old gold is also not increasing much. For these reasons, gold and silver can remain a strong support for the portfolio in the long run.
What should investors do now?
In the ET report, Manish Sharma, commodity expert of Anand Rathi Shares, believes that at present there are no clear signs of global tension reducing. Therefore, gold and silver prices may remain high in the near future. However, he advises existing investors that it may be wise to book 40 to 50 percent profit instead of withdrawing the entire money. Due to this, the profit will also be safe and if the prices increase further then the investment will also remain. Experts’ advice for new investors is to avoid investing large amounts at once. It would be better to invest gradually, in small portions or in a way like SIP, so that the risk can be reduced. Gold and silver are currently at record highs, but this rise is the result of fear and instability.
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