preciousmetals News & Analysis
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Triple Flag Precious Metals (TFPM) Price Target Raised to $49 by BofA
On March 23, 2026, BofA raised the price target for Triple Flag Precious Metals Corp. (TFPM) to $49 from $46, maintaining a Buy rating. This adjustment followed the company's Q4 results and updated guidance, highlighting its strong portfolio performance and resilient cash flow. Similarly, analyst Lawson Winder increased the price target to $46 from $44 on February 26, reflecting improving macro conditions for precious metals. The revisions come amid expectations that gold and silver will benefit from geopolitical uncertainties and inflationary pressures.
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Gold and Silver Demand Analysis: Investment vs. Underlying Factors (2024-2025)
In 2025, gold demand reached 4,999 tonnes, an increase of 370 tonnes from 2024. However, underlying demand showed a decline in key sectors: jewelry fell by 388 tonnes and central bank demand decreased by 229 tonnes. In contrast, investment demand surged to 2,175 tonnes, up 990 tonnes. For silver, total demand dropped to 1,148 million ounces, down 16 million ounces, with industrial and jewelry demand also declining. This disparity between investment and underlying demand may indicate volatility in precious metal prices going forward.
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Gold and Silver Prices Decline: Spot Gold Drops 7.8% to $4,126.36
Gold, silver, and platinum experienced significant price declines amid investor retreat from precious metals, with spot gold falling 7.8% to $4,126.36 and gold futures dropping nearly 10% to $4,119.10. The price of spot gold has decreased about 25% since its peak of $5,594.92/oz in late January. Silver prices also fell, with spot silver down 8.3% to $62.24 and silver futures down 11.7% to $61.66. The declines in these metals highlight a shift in investment strategy amid concerns over inflation and rising energy prices tied to the conflict in Iran.
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Texas Precious Metals CEO on Silver's Volatility and Bull Market Resilience
Amid significant price fluctuations, silver continues to demonstrate resilience in the ongoing bull market, according to the CEO of Texas Precious Metals. The recent volatility has not deterred investor interest, with silver prices being closely monitored for their implications on both industrial and investment demand. Historically, silver has shown strong performance during bullish trends, lending positive sentiment to the market. As investors weigh the impact of potential economic shifts, silver remains a critical asset for diversification.
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