Gold, Silver Prices Tumble in Early Trade; Analysts See Long-Term Opportunity

Gold and silver both experienced moderate buying activity in early trading sessions of the Asian markets. Gold on the COMEX exchange was reportedly trading in the green with a price of $5,000 per ounce, with an intraday gain of around 1.10 percent.

Gold and silver prices have entered a period of intense volatility in 2026. After last year's extraordinary rally, both precious metals have slipped by approximately 16 to 43 percent from their peak levels. A strong US dollar and changing expectations regarding Federal Reserve policies have impacted investor sentiment, leading to the recent correction.

Although the recent decline has erased a significant portion of the earlier rally, analysts believe this weakness could be an opportunity for long-term investors. Many experts view this as part of an ongoing multi-year bull cycle in precious metals.

According to domestic brokerage Emkay Wealth, gold and silver are in a 3- to 5-year bull run, supported by favorable macroeconomic conditions, structural demand, and changing investor preferences. The brokerage advises investors to hold gold and silver as part of a diversified portfolio and make new purchases in a phased manner, especially during declines.