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Joseph Wagner

Joseph Wagner is a technical analyst with a background in Fibonacci and Japanese Candlesticks. He has primarily focused on Bitcoin for the past 8 years, and authored a publication on trading BTC called “the Bitcoin Minute” since 2020. A member of The Gold Forecast team since 2015 and has been at the head of their silver division since the start of 2025.

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Gold and silver advance on Fed rate cut expectations as central bank demand remains robust

(Kitco Commentary) - Both gold and silver are trading moderately higher today as traders position themselves ahead of the Federal Reserve's highly anticipated monetary policy decision, scheduled for announcement at 2:00 PM EST Wednesday following the conclusion of this month's FOMC meeting.

Dec 09, 2025 - 9:29 PM

Silver continues to gain perceived value moving closer actual value when compared to gold

(Kitco Commentary) - Friday's economic data releases reinforced market expectations for monetary policy easing while precious metals continued their divergent trajectories, with silver challenging record highs even as gold retreated from recent gains.

Dec 08, 2025 - 2:29 PM

Mixed labor market signals leave traders awaiting key inflation data

(Kitco Commentary) - Market participants continue to parse through conflicting employment data from November, as divergent signals from multiple labor market indicators have created uncertainty heading into next week's Federal Reserve policy meeting.

Dec 04, 2025 - 6:28 PM

Gold steadies near $4,220 while silver breaks to all-time highs

(Kitco News) - Both gold and silver opened December with a bang as silver surged to a new nominal all-time high above $58 per ounce, while gold recovered from profit-taking to consolidate near $4,232 positioning both metals for potential further gains ahead of next week's Federal Reserve meeting.

Dec 03, 2025 - 6:31 PM

Precious metals show resilience despite intraday volatility as silver outshines gold

(Kitco Commentary) - Gold demonstrated remarkable resilience in Tuesday's trading session, staging a significant recovery after experiencing substantial intraday pressure that tested investor resolve.

Dec 03, 2025 - 6:46 PM

Silver's historic surge: a century-old metal finds new relevance

(Kitco Commentary) - Silver futures established a new all-time high on Friday, advancing more than 6% in a single trading session. The continuous silver futures contract delivered an even more striking performance on a weekly basis, surging 13.42% to close at $57.08.

Dec 01, 2025 - 6:56 PM

Precious Metals Rally Provides Strong Finish to Trading Year as Contract Transitions Signal Bullish Momentum

The precious metals market is delivering a compelling narrative for investors as the year draws to a close, with both gold and silver demonstrating remarkable strength amid significant technical transitions and evolving market dynamics. As trading activity navigates the traditionally volatile holiday period, bullion markets are displaying characteristics that suggest continued upward pressure and the potential for record-breaking price levels in the weeks ahead.Contract Transitions Create Technical Complexities

Nov 26, 2025 - 6:02 PM

Gold Remains Steady Despite Dollar Weakness as Rate Cut Expectations Rise

Gold prices held relatively flat on Tuesday despite a decline in the U.S. dollar, as markets digested mixed economic data and continued to focus on dovish commentary from Federal Reserve officials regarding future monetary policy.

Nov 25, 2025 - 6:37 PM

Gold Surges on Renewed Federal Reserve Rate Cut Expectations

Gold prices surged to the upper bound of their recent trading range on Monday, reaching as high as $4,126 per ounce amid growing optimism that the Federal Reserve will reduce interest rates at its upcoming policy meeting. The precious metal has been trading within a range of $4,000 to $4,125 in recent sessions, and renewed speculation about monetary easing has pushed prices toward the top of that band.

Nov 24, 2025 - 4:38 PM

Precious Metals Hold Steady Despite Dollar Weakness and Mixed Economic Signals

Gold and silver exhibited remarkable stability in today's trading session, remaining essentially flat despite significant weakness in the U.S. dollar—a development that would typically propel precious metals higher given their inverse relationship with the greenback.

Nov 06, 2025 - 7:40 PM

Gold Consolidates at Key Technical Level Following Historic Rally

Gold's remarkable ascent to unprecedented prices approaching $4,400 represents one of the most significant rallies in the precious metal's history, with prices surging approximately $1,000 over a compressed three-month timeframe. This extraordinary move unfolded in two distinct phases, each characterized by different market dynamics and momentum patterns.

Nov 05, 2025 - 5:49 PM

Dollar’s Surge to Six-Month High Pressures Precious Metals

The US dollar index has demonstrated remarkable strength in recent trading sessions, breaching the psychologically significant 100 level for the first time in over two months and approaching territory not visited in half a year. This milestone marks a notable inflection point in currency markets, with the index's last foray above 100 occurring on July 31st under strikingly similar conditions—following six consecutive sessions of appreciation.

Nov 04, 2025 - 6:01 PM

Gold steadies above $4,000 as markets navigate policy uncertainty

Gold prices maintained their position above the psychologically significant $4,000 level as traders turned their attention to upcoming employment data amid an uncertain monetary policy landscape. With futures settling at $4,013.80—unchanged from Friday's close—the precious metal demonstrated resilience despite facing pressure from a strengthening U.S. dollar.

Nov 04, 2025 - 7:31 AM

Washington Woes Bring Fresh Record Highs in Gold and Silver

Precious metals markets experienced a remarkable rally on Wednesday, with both gold and silver achieving unprecedented price levels amid mounting political and economic uncertainty emanating from the nation's capital. Gold futures surged $65.30, or 1.57%, settling at $4,249.90, while silver posted an even more dramatic gain of $2.18, or 4.33%, closing at $52.52.

Oct 15, 2025 - 7:05 PM

Gold and Silver Score All-Time Highs: Are Their Destinies Intertwined?

The current rally in the precious metals – which had been parabolic already – just turned it up another notch. The accelerant added to the already-on-fire precious metals was Donald Trump threatening 100% reciprocal tariffs on America’s largest trading partner, China. He later backed off slightly, but the damage had been done and both gold and silver did not back off from the highs made from the uncertainty surrounding the administration’s negotiation tactics.

Oct 13, 2025 - 9:17 PM

Silver Outshines Gold in Historic Six-Week Precious Metals Rally

The precious metals sector continues its extraordinary bull run, with both gold and silver posting another week of substantial gains. Since launching this unprecedented rally on Monday, August 18, 2025, both metals have achieved six consecutive weeks of advances—but it's silver that has truly captured market attention with its spectacular outperformance.Gold Delivers Consistent Strength

Sep 26, 2025 - 8:48 PM

Precious metals overcome dollar strength from weekly jobs report

New jobless claims in America came in lower than expected, as seen through the weekly jobs report released today. A poll by The Wall Street Journal called for the creation of 235,000 new unemployment claims, and the actual number came in somewhat lower, with 218,000 new claims being added.

Sep 25, 2025 - 8:09 PM

Gold and Silver Markets Navigate Dollar Strength and Historical Price Levels

The precious metals markets experienced a notable correction on Wednesday as gold futures retreated from near-record levels amid renewed strength in the U.S. dollar. December gold futures declined $28.40, or 0.75%, to settle at $3,768.50—a closing price that remains within striking distance of Tuesday's record high of $3,796.90, representing a gap of less than $30.

Sep 24, 2025 - 8:12 PM

Gold Futures Rally Continues, Hitting New Record High and Closing Price

Gold demonstrated sustained bullish momentum on Tuesday, with gold futures extending their winning streak to three consecutive sessions. The December gold contract settled at $3,796.90, marking a gain of $15.70 or 0.42% for the session. The precious metal's rally has been particularly impressive, with futures climbing $119 or 3.24% over the three-day period, underscoring robust investor demand.

Sep 23, 2025 - 7:59 PM

Gold Surges Amid Rate Cut Expectations as Silver Reaches Multi-Year Highs

Gold concluded the trading week with a solid 1.12% gain, extending its impressive streak to four consecutive weekly advances. This sustained momentum has delivered substantial returns for investors, with precious metals posting cumulative gains of 8.82%—equivalent to $298 per ounce—over the past month alone.

Sep 12, 2025 - 6:25 PM

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