Mark Thornton: Gold, Silver's Next Leg — This "Engine" to Drive Prices?

Mark Thornton: Gold, Silver’s Next Leg — This “Engine” to Drive Prices?

10/15/2026 Mark Thornton

Dr. Mark Thornton shares his outlook for gold and silver, laying out the factors that have been weighing on prices and commenting on what may kick off their next leg higher — in his view, the return of speculators could provide a boost.

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