Why Gold and Silver Crash Today 6 February
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CNBC Awaaz06-02-2026, 12:49

Silver's Extreme Volatility: Most 'Dangerous' Since 1980, Fueling Market Fear

  • Silver has become the most volatile commodity since 1980, experiencing nearly 10% drops and sharp rebounds, leading to significant market fear and anxiety.
  • The metal's fluctuations are attributed to weak liquidity, cooling Chinese buying, and speculative pressure, making it a high-risk investment.
  • Spot silver surged by 6.2% during Asian trading after falling to $64 per ounce, indicating a lack of stable support levels.
  • Unlike gold, silver's smaller market size and limited liquidity amplify its volatility, with current movements being the sharpest since 1980.
  • The multi-year bull run in precious metals, driven by geopolitical risks and Chinese speculation, halted last week, with silver losing over a third of its value since late January.

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