RBC Capital Markets wins Precious Metals House of the Year at Energy Risk Awards 2026

RBC Capital Markets has been awarded Precious Metals House of the Year at the Energy Risk Awards 2026, the bank announced on Monday. The award recognizes the bank's performance, strategic investment, and client-led solutions across global metals markets throughout 2025.

The bank was honored for its achievements in a year when gold prices reached more than 50 record highs and exchange-for-physical spreads surged on tariff-related concerns. Brandon Everhardt, global head of commodities at RBC Capital Markets, said the award reflects deliberate choices to build a world-class metals franchise through investment in people, technology, and infrastructure. The recognition underscores RBC's strength in precious metals trading and risk management, areas that have seen heightened activity amid geopolitical uncertainty and shifting monetary policy expectations.

For gold and precious metals traders, this award highlights the importance of robust counterparty relationships and execution capabilities during periods of extreme volatility. The record gold price moves in 2025 were driven by central bank buying, geopolitical tensions, and expectations of lower interest rates, creating both opportunities and risks for market participants. Live gold prices and charts on NowPrice show how the market is reacting to ongoing developments, with traders closely watching tariff negotiations and central bank policy signals.

Looking ahead, market participants will focus on upcoming economic data releases and central bank meetings for further direction. The trajectory of US interest rates, inflation figures, and geopolitical developments will remain key drivers for gold prices. RBC's recognition may also signal continued institutional commitment to precious metals markets, potentially supporting liquidity and innovation in trading products.