Precious metals strengthen, USD/JPY fluctuates, a summary of today's highlights in multi-asset markets

GetRichLeek · 2026-02-27T18:01:23+00:00

Today, global multi-asset markets performed well, with precious metal prices rising. Gold prices reached $5183.25 per ounce, and silver reached $79.08 per ounce, both hitting new highs. In the foreign exchange market, the USD against the JPY and RMB declined, indicating a strengthening yen. Oil prices experienced mild fluctuations, with WTI at $66.04 per barrel. The Gate platform supports one-stop multi-asset trading, offering investors more allocation opportunities.

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2026-02-27 18:01:23

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According to the latest market data from Gate Trading Platform, global multi-asset markets performed well today, with precious metals leading the gains, volatility indices rising in tandem, and forex market fluctuations remaining orderly. The USD/JPY exchange rate movement attracted particular attention, reflecting the complex state of the current global currency markets. Gate supports users in directly trading traditional financial market products within the platform, allowing real-time tracking of multi-asset trends.

Gold and Silver Lead the Rise, Volatility Indices Climb

The precious metals market performed remarkably. Gold prices reached $5,183.25 per ounce, up 0.92% during the session. Silver surged more strongly, currently quoted at $79.08 per ounce, with a daily increase of 2.69%, surpassing gold in momentum.

Meanwhile, volatility indices for crypto assets also saw significant rises. BVIX (Bitcoin Volatility Index) is now at 56, up 7.03% intraday, showing a clear upward trend. EVIX (Ethereum Volatility Index) is at 790.48, up 4.03% during the day. Both indices rising together indicate increased market volatility.

USD/JPY Declines, Forex Market Fluctuations Remain Orderly

In the forex market, the USD/JPY exchange rate declined. The USD/JPY dropped 0.38% today, currently quoted at 154.111, indicating a strengthening of the yen. At the same time, the USD/CNH (offshore Chinese yuan) also declined, down 0.32% intraday, with the current rate at 6.88576. The weakening of multiple currency pairs against the dollar suggests a market adjustment signal in the international currency markets.

Mild Crude Oil Fluctuations, Multi-Asset Allocation Opportunities Emerge

Commodity markets remained relatively stable. WTI crude oil fluctuated by 0.3% today, priced at $66.04 per barrel. Brent crude oil fluctuated by 0.35%, priced at $71.29 per barrel. Energy commodities showed smaller volatility, maintaining a relatively balanced state.

Gate’s newly integrated TradFi features now fully support the platform, enabling users to access a one-stop shop for precious metals, forex, global stock CFDs, major indices, and commodities. Without switching platforms, users can conveniently participate in global asset price trading, discovering more strategies and opportunities beyond the crypto market, continuously enhancing multi-asset allocation experiences. Today’s fluctuations in major currency pairs like USD/JPY offer new ideas for investors’ asset allocation.

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