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...
Gold edged higher in early Asian trading, supported by the prospect of a U.S. recession that could boost the precious metal's appeal as a safe haven. In an interview with Fox News on Sunday, President Trump refused to rule out a U.S. recession this year. "Traders and investors are reacting to the sharp and sudden decline in U.S. economic data," Ole S. Hansen of Saxo Bank said in a research report. Source: Newsmaker.id
Silver (XAG/USD) prices held steady on Friday (3/7) and are currently trading above the mid-$32.00s, hitting their highest levels in over a week reached the previous day. Furthermore, the near-term bias appears to be tilted towards bullish traders and supports the prospect of an extension of the weekly uptrend. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold bullion prices edged up on Friday (3/7) so far this week. Concerns have mounted over U.S. President Donald Trump's move to impose the largest tariff increase in a century, which has sparked retaliation from several countries and unsettled investors. Economists largely anticipate the levies will lead to higher prices for consumers and slower growth, posing a challenge to the Federal Reserve's dual mandate as it seeks to promote price stability and maximum employment. Source: Newsmaker.id
Silver traded around $32.50 on Friday (07/03), heading for a weekly gain, supported by its appeal as a safe haven asset amid shifting global trade policies. While President Donald Trump halted the 25% tariffs imposed this week on most goods from Canada and Mexico, Canada's initial retaliatory tariffs remain in place, and China's measures come into effect next week. Meanwhile, U.S. jobs data painted a mixed picture, with the Challenger report showing layoffs jumped to a 2020 high, while jobless claims fell more than expected last week. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold prices fell on Friday (3/7) in early Asian trading.Investors are currently watching the latest developments surrounding tariffs and their impact on the U.S. economy as well as the Federal Reserve's decision. President Donald Trump exempted Mexican and Canadian goods covered by the North American trade agreement known as the USMCA from his 25% tariffs, offering a major reprieve for the U.S.'s two largest trading partners. Source: Newsmaker.id