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 (XAG/USD) prices bounced back after two consecutive days of losses, trading on Monday (03/03). The precious metal benefited from safe-haven demand amid concerns over US President Donald Trump's tariff policies. Over the weekend, Trump announced an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports, effective Tuesday, following a similar 10% tariff imposed last month. Additionally, on Thursday, he stated via Truth Social that a 25% tariff on Canadian and Mexican goods would go into effect on March 4. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold rose throughout the early European session on Monday (03/03) as the dollar weakened and demand for safe-haven assets increased. Gold futures rose 1.1% as geopolitical concerns increased as hopes for a short-term peace deal between Russia and Ukraine faded, increasing the appeal of safe-haven assets. Source: Newsmaker.id
Silver prices rose on Monday, helped by a weaker dollar, while stalled peace efforts in Ukraine and concerns over U.S. tariffs fueled demand for the precious metal as a safe haven asset. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold prices touched the $2876 area at the start of the Asian session on Monday (3/3) after closing at $2856. Resurgent concerns about economic health have raised market expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut, which also adds to the appeal of gold bullion as a non-yielding asset. Meanwhile, investors are considering the economic outlook as US President Donald Trump prepares to impose import levies on major US trading partners. Source: \n This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Silver extended losses on Friday, weighed down by demand uncertainty, strong supply and a strong dollar. Investors also weighed the latest PCE report, which showed U.S. PCE prices rose 0.3% month-on-month and 2.5% year-on-year, while consumer spending unexpectedly fell 0.2% and income jumped 0.9%. Adding to market concerns, President Donald Trump confirmed that his proposed 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods will go into effect on March 4, along with an additional 10% duty on Chinese imports. Source: Newsmaker.id