With U.S. Treasury yields dipping from recent highs, gold futures have gained traction among swing traders seeking non-yielding asset stability. Spot-to-futures spreads narrowed last session, a bullish sign in commodity market analysis. Silver recorded an even more impressive performance, benefiting not only from its safe-haven status but also from growing industrial demand. As of 1 October, the front-month silver futures contract was trading near $47.20 per oz, having clocked a colossal YTD rise of nearly 70%. Control a larger notional value for less money and reduce margin requirements >80% when trading metal contracts in one exchange. Inflation-adjusted models project gold futures maintaining a $2,320–$2,370 range in the short term, barring sudden macro shocks. The correlation with USD index remains negative, reinforcing its role as a currency hedge.