Gold-to-Silver Ratio Breaks Below 50 for First Time in 14 Years

Odaily News As the hot rally in silver prices from the fourth quarter of last year continued into the new year, the gold-to-silver ratio, closely watched by precious metals traders, fell below the 50 mark this week for the first time in 14 years. As noted by Goldman Sachs precious metals trader Augustin Magnien, silver is currently at the core of trade tensions. Previously, the United States included silver in its list of critical minerals, while China implemented stricter export controls on silver. These geopolitical developments have spurred a surge in investor interest, pushing silver prices to record levels, driven by expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts and portfolio diversification trends. (Cailian Press)