Gold and Silver Prices Surge with Significant Gains in Mining Stocks on August 14, 2026
On August 14, 2026, spot gold prices rose nearly 1% to around $4,395/oz, and spot silver increased by approximately 1.58% to $65.46/oz. This price surge led to a broad rally in gold and silver mining stocks, with Goldgroup up nearly 6%, Hecla Mining and Coeur Mining up around 4%, Eldorado and Equinox over 3%, Agnico Eagle Mines rising 3.04%, and First Majestic Silver increasing 5.3%. The sector's strength was driven by macroeconomic tailwinds and silver breaking above the $65/oz level.