Business News of Friday, 26 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comSilver crossed the $75 mark for the first time on Friday, December 26, 2025, as gold and platinum also climbed to record highs. The surge was driven by expectations that the United States Federal Reserve may cut interest rates, as well as rising global tensions. Gold prices rose by 0.8% to trade at $4,516.50 per ounce by 9:33 GMT, after earlier hitting a new record of $4,530.60. Market expectations currently point to the US Federal Reserve cutting interest rates twice next year [2026]. Platinum also recorded strong gains, rising by 7.3% to trade at $2,382.35 per ounce after earlier hitting a record high of $2,448.25.

Source: GhanaWeb December 26, 2025 12:44 UTC