New Delhi, Dec. 26 -- Gold rates continued to shine for the fourth straight session on Friday, December 26, with both domestic and global prices hitting new record highs as the demand for safe-haven assets remains strong amid expectations of US Federal Reserve rate cuts and rising geopolitical tensions, driving a continued rally across precious metals.

Gold futures for February delivery on MCX surged another 1% to a fresh record peak of Rs.1,39,550 per 10 grams, edging closer to Rs.1.4 lakh. The rally marked the fourth consecutive day of record highs for the yellow metal, taking the month-to-date surge to 10% and contributing to an 81% rally in 2025.

Silver prices also showed no signs of slowing down, with March futures on MCX advancing...