Gold Futures Cross $4,000 for First Time Amid U.S. Shutdown

Gold prices just crossed $4,000/oz — a record first in history.

The surge comes as the U.S. government shutdown fuels investor anxiety.

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Gold closed at $3,960 on Monday, then broke $4,000 Tuesday.

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Gold futures are up nearly 50% in 2025 — from $2,670 in January.

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Silver is also soaring — up almost 60% this year, near $48/oz.

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Tariffs, weak job market, and inflation fears push more investors into gold.

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Central bank buying and Fed rate cuts have added fuel to the rally.

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Jewelry buyers face sticker shock, while sellers cash in family gold.

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Experts warn gold is a safe haven, but still volatile with 10–15% swings.

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With gold at $4,000, will it race to $5,000 sooner than expected?

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