Warning: By 2026, gold could break through the $5,000 mark, and silver has the potential to surge past $90. It sounds crazy, but it's not unfounded.

The logic supporting this rally is actually quite solid. First, the combination of Federal Reserve rate cut expectations and a weakening dollar has historically been a catalyst for precious metals. Second, global geopolitical tensions remain high, and risk aversion sentiment continues to ferment. Additionally, central banks around the world are still steadily increasing their gold reserves, and this institutional-level demand doesn't lie. Lastly, emerging industries like photovoltaics and hydrogen energy have very strong industrial demand for silver and platinum-group metals.

Let's see what institutions are saying: some research teams predict that the average gold price in 2026 will be in the $4,400–$4,500 range, while a leading investment bank believes the average silver price could break through $75, citing the sustained popularity of the photovoltaic industry. But risk warnings should also be heeded—there are voices in the market warning that silver may have been overhyped, and the risk of a correction cannot be ignored.

So looking ahead to 2026, precious metals are likely to remain volatile at high levels. The question is, are you willing to participate in this rally? Are you optimistic about that distant $5,000, or worried about sharp corrections along the way? What are your thoughts?