Precious Metals Surge Amid Inflation Concerns
Global precious metals markets experienced significant price increases on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, as investors reacted to growing concerns about potential currency devaluation. Gold prices rose by 0.98% to reach 4,154.40 EUR per ounce, while silver saw a more substantial gain of 3.24%, trading at 64.05 EUR per ounce, according to data from GOLD.DE. This surge reflects a broader trend of increased demand for safe-haven assets.
The price of platinum likewise increased, rising 1.48% to 1,722.35 EUR per ounce and palladium saw a 1.93% increase, reaching 1,448.39 EUR per ounce. These gains follow a period of volatility in the market, with some analysts suggesting that precious metals are increasingly being viewed as a hedge against inflation. The current market activity underscores investors’ focus on preserving capital in an uncertain economic climate.
Several popular gold products are currently available for purchase. A 1-ounce Gold Maple Leaf 2026 is priced at 95.54 EUR per gram, while a 1/10 ounce Gold Krügerrand 2026 is available for 103.87 EUR per gram. A 1-ounce Gold Krügerrand from various years is priced at 93.56 EUR per gram, and a 1/2 ounce Gold Wiener Philharmoniker 2026 costs 98.39 EUR per gram, as detailed by GoldSilberShop.de.
Silver products are also seeing strong demand. A 1-ounce Silver Australien Känguru 2026 is priced at 1.22 EUR per gram, and a 1-ounce Silver Maple Leaf 2026 is available for 1.23 EUR per gram. A 30-gram Silver China Panda 2026 is priced at 1.38 EUR per gram.
Despite recent gains, some profit-taking led to a sell-off in late trading on February 17, 2026, with gold falling below 5,000 US dollars and silver dropping by 5%, according to reports from Wallstreet Online. This temporary dip highlights the volatility inherent in the precious metals market.
Investment bank Stock3 has issued a significant price target for gold, signaling confidence in the metal’s future performance. Stock3’s analysis suggests a positive outlook for gold as a store of value.
The Austrian Mint is also promoting the appeal of precious metals, emphasizing their enduring value and aesthetic qualities, as reported by Kleine Zeitung.
The Berliner Morgenpost reported on February 18, 2026, that a clear upward trend is visible in the gold price, with the price in Euro continuing to climb. Berliner Morgenpost’s coverage highlights the growing interest in gold as a safe investment.
