Demand for silver continues to rise sharply, driven primarily by the technology, electric vehicle, and solar power sectors—where silver is highly sought after due to its superior electrical conductivity. Meanwhile, silver supply remains limited because many mines only produce silver as a byproduct of copper, lead, or zinc—so even when prices rise, production does not immediately respond.Due to the combination of rising demand and slow supply growth, the silver market has recorded a structural deficit for several consecutive years. This provides a strong fundamental basis for the potential...
Silver prices surged to an all-time high on Tuesday (October 14th), breaking through USD 52.50 per ounce, driven by a short squeeze that triggered a surge in demand in the London market. Tight supply and high lease rates exacerbated market pressure, prompting traders to rush to close their short positions. This surge occurred amid rising industrial demand for silver, particularly from the electronics and renewable energy sectors, as well as investor interest as a hedge against inflation and global uncertainty. However, some analysts warn that the silver market is relatively small and...
Gold prices have again hit a new record high, driven by increased demand for safe haven assets amid global concerns. Trade tensions between the United States and China have escalated following new tariff threats from US President Donald Trump, while expectations that the Federal Reserve (The Fed) will cut interest rates further have strengthened gold's appeal as a hedge. At the time of writing, Gold Prices were at $4,069. Disclaimer: This article is analytical in nature and not a definitive reference. Please consider fundamental and technical developments in trading before making any...
World oil prices rose by about 1% on October 13, 2025, after plummeting to a five-month low due to concerns about an escalation in the US-China trade war. Brent rose to US$63.60 per barrel and WTI was at US$59.77, with market sentiment improving after signs that a meeting between Trump and Xi at APEC could ease tensions. This recovery was driven by expectations that the initial moves to ease tariffs and export restrictions might only be a bargaining chip, not a permanent escalation. However, analysts warned that this rebound does not yet indicate a fundamental change, and prices could come...
Silver prices surged to an all-time high today before stabilizing around $50.10 per ounce. This sharp surge was triggered by minor pressure in the London market due to dwindling physical supplies, while demand remains high from investors and industry. Positive sentiment also came from rising gold prices and concerns about US-China trade tensions, which prompted market participants to seek safe assets. Although silver's rally remains strong, analysts warn of the potential for a short-term correction after the rapid rise in recent days. As long as prices can hold above the psychological level...
Gold strengthened during the European session on Friday (October 10th) as safe-haven sentiment remained strong and expectations of a Fed interest rate cut pushed down real yields. A stable, weakening US dollar provided room for price increases, while central bank buying and hedging interest maintained a floor for demand. This increase was also supported by a technical recovery after the previous correction, with buyers reactivating at key support areas. Looking ahead, the market is focusing on comments from Fed officials and the release of inflation/employment data (depending on the impact...