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Q1 2026 Metals Update
News•Feb 17, 2026

Q1 2026 Metals Update

Metals futures and options surged in early 2026, hitting a record single‑day volume of 4.2 million contracts on January 30, driven by rising gold and silver prices and a 100 % jump in battery‑metal activity. The launch of a 100‑Ounce Silver futures contract expands market access, while platinum futures and options delivered the year’s strongest performance, with prices up roughly 130 % in 2025. Micro‑sized gold, silver and copper contracts posted all‑time highs, and lithium‑hydroxide futures recorded a 45 % YTD gain, underscoring the breadth of the breakout.

By CME Group – OpenMarkets
Fresh From the Trading Room: A Little Jittery
News•Feb 10, 2026

Fresh From the Trading Room: A Little Jittery

The past two weeks saw extreme swings in commodities, with gold tumbling 12% after a record near $5,600, silver down about 30% from its $120 peak, and natural gas plunging 26% on shifting demand forecasts. President Trump’s nomination of former...

By CME Group – OpenMarkets
January 2026 Metals Options Report
News•Feb 6, 2026

January 2026 Metals Options Report

Gold options opened 2026 with record‑high activity, posting a month‑to‑date average daily volume of 73 K contracts for monthly tenors and 30 K for weekly. Spot gold surged past $5,000 per ounce, driven by a weaker dollar and heightened geopolitical tension, while...

By CME Group – OpenMarkets