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As of 10/5/2026, the metals market shows mixed momentum across key global precious metals. International prices indicate gold and platinum holding firm, palladium easing, and silver turning lower after a recent surge.
International prices (global benchmarks):
Gold: 6,297 USD/lb. Previous day: 6,297; 7 days ago: 5,986.5; 30-day data not provided.
Palladium: 1,487.8 USD/oz. Previous day: 1,487.8; 7 days ago: 1,545; 30-day data not provided.
Platinum: 2,059.3 USD/oz. Previous day: 2,059.3; 7 days ago: 2,016.4; 30-day data not provided.
Silver: 80.865 USD/oz. Previous day: 80.865; 7 days ago: 76.27; 30-day data not provided.
News highlights from the past 24 hours:
Gold prices today (10/5) were reported as the highest in the week, while another update noted that SJC and gold bars (including gold rings/coins) continued to hold at high levels.
For silver, reports said prices turned lower after a streak of strong gains.
Additional coverage pointed to gold aiming for a breakout week after more than half a month of declines, and noted that on 9/5, SJC and 9999 gold were still fluctuating while global gold extended a winning streak.
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