2026 IRS Gold & Silver Reporting Changes Explained (1099-B, Form 8300, Capital Gains)

There’s widespread confusion about gold and silver reporting in 2026. This video breaks down the actual IRS and exchange documents behind capital gains tax, Form 8300, and Form 1099-B — and explains why regulated futures contract delivery rules are the real source of the confusion. Many people are mixing up capital gains tax, cash reporting, and broker reporting when it comes to precious metals. In this video, I walk through the official IRS instructions and CME/COMEX rulebooks to explain: • Capital gains tax on gold and silver (IRS Topic 409, Pub 544) • Form 8300 cash reporting rules • Form 1099-B broker reporting and regulated futures contracts • Why delivery standards matter • What changed for 2026 — and what didn’t • Why most retail bullion and coins don’t trigger 1099-B reporting All sources referenced are public IRS and exchange documents. ⸻ Sources & References: • IRS Instructions for Form 1099-B • IRS Instructions for Form 8300 • IRS Topic 409 – Capital Gains • IRS Publication 544 • CME Group / COMEX Rulebook Chapter 7 • CFTC-regulated futures contract delivery standards ⸻ ⚠️ Disclaimer This content is for educational purposes only and is not tax or legal advice.