Silver prices surged toward $58.80 per ounce on Thursday, climbing approximately 1.7% as weaker US inflation data and disappointing economic growth figures pressured the US Dollar lower. The precious metal is benefiting from renewed safe-haven demand and dollar weakness following the latest US economic releases that missed market expectations.
Traders are shifting allocations toward precious metals as the softer inflation prints increase speculation that the Federal Reserve may have more room to pause or adjust its monetary policy stance. The weaker dollar makes dollar-denominated commodities like silver more attractive to international buyers, further supporting prices. This move follows a broader trend of investors seeking alternative assets amid growing concerns about US economic momentum.
Silver’s rally affects commodity traders, precious metals dealers, forex brokers positioning on USD pairs, and investors with dollar-hedged portfolios. The immediate market impact shows continued pressure on the greenback across major currency pairs while precious metals extend gains.
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Traders should monitor silver’s $58.80 resistance level closely, as a breakout could trigger additional momentum buying while dollar weakness persists.
Source: FXStreet