A weakening U.S. dollar and declining oil prices drove precious metals sharply higher on Wednesday morning.

Spot gold climbed 1.54 percent to $4,127.04 per ounce as of 07:25 a.m. Istanbul time on Wednesday, while U.S. gold futures traded at $4,184.40 with a 0.8 percent premium. According to market data, spot silver gained 1.9 percent to reach $60.64 per ounce; gram silver rose to 93.24 lira in the Turkish market. For investors redirecting their accumulation from gram gold to silver, this level represents entry costs approximately 30 percent higher than a year ago. Platinum rose 1.4 percent to $1,758.35, marking its highest level since mid-June; palladium climbed 0.9 percent to $1,365.62, closing its second consecutive day of gains. The continued weakening of the U.S. dollar makes dollar-denominated metals more attractive to investors holding other currencies. The relative stabilization of oil prices after sharp declines in the last two trading sessions eases inflationary concerns that fuel interest rate expectations, providing support for the metals rally.
Ounce gold rose to 4.127 dollars on Wednesday with an increase of 1.54 percent; gram silver reached 93.24 liras in Turkey. Weakening dollar and falling oil prices supported the rise in precious metals.
Individuals investing in silver are facing an entry cost 30 percent higher compared to one year ago. As the dollar continues to lose value, gold and silver are becoming more attractive for investors holding foreign currencies.

Anna Kuznetsova