Key Takeaways Precious metals surged on safe-haven demand and a weaker dollar, lifting GLD, SLV, PPLT, PALL.Silver and platinum outpaced gold this year on industrial demand and tight supply dynamics.Policy easing and geopolitical risks could keep metal ETFs supported into 2026.Precious metals rallied to record highs ahead of Christmas. Gold edged past the $4,500-per-ounce mark for the first time on Wednesday, while silver and platinum also touched fresh all-time highs, as investors rushed into precious meta ...