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Gold and Silver Prices Dip as Markets Await Key U.S. Economic Data 
Silver prices surged to a fresh all-time high during Asian trading on Wednesday, driven by strong safe-haven demand as investors grapple with growing uncertainty surrounding the health of the U.S. economy. The rally underscores silver’s renewed appeal as both a precious metal and an industrial commodity, positioning it as one of the top-performing assets in 2025.
Spot silver climbed 2.3% to a record $65.3415 per ounce, while silver futures jumped an even stronger 3.6% to $65.640 per ounce. The sharp gains highlight silver’s clear outperformance compared to other precious metals, even as gold and platinum also advanced during the session. Market sentiment around silver remains particularly bullish, supported by a combination of macroeconomic concerns, structural supply issues, and rising global demand.
One of the key drivers behind the silver rally is increasing speculation over a potential supply deficit by 2026. Demand for silver continues to rise, especially from renewable energy, electric vehicles, and electronics, while supply growth remains constrained. Adding to silver’s strategic importance, the U.S. government designated silver as a critical metal earlier this year, further boosting its long-term investment appeal.
Silver has also benefited from heightened safe-haven buying. While gold traditionally dominates this role, silver offers similar defensive characteristics at a significantly lower entry price, making it more accessible to a broader range of investors. This dynamic has played a major role in silver’s explosive performance, with prices up more than 100% so far in 2025.
Recent U.S. economic data has further fueled haven demand. A mixed batch of indicators released on Tuesday, including nonfarm payrolls and a rise in the unemployment rate, reinforced concerns about slowing economic momentum. Investor focus is now shifting to upcoming U.S. consumer price index inflation data, which could provide additional clues about monetary policy and economic stability.
As uncertainty persists, silver prices are likely to remain supported, with strong fundamentals continuing to attract both investors and traders seeking diversification and protection in volatile markets.
