Asian shares rise as silver retreats from record high
Published on: Dec. 29, 2025, 6:51 a.m. | Source: scanx.trade
Asian stock markets opened positively with a 0.2% increase, while global equities remained near record levels. Silver briefly surged above $80 per ounce, marking a historic high, before quickly retreating over 2%. The precious metals sector has been performing well, supported by central bank purchases, ETF inflows, and Fed rate cut expectations. Gold and platinum also reached record levels before pulling back. The MSCI All Country World Index remained near its all-time high, with investors focusing on AI trends and Fed policy.
