The Thursday session sees a bit of consolidation in the silver market, as we are not trying to digest further gains from the Wednesday session. At this point, the market looks as if it want to go to the $35 level eventually.
Silver is a metal that I would be a buyer on dips because it is a precious metal. It’s a way to protect wealth, but it’s also an industrial one.
Source – FX Empire
Phoenix-based Freeport also boosted its budget for the year by roughly 5% to $4.4 billion and forecast an increase for next year as well, surprising investors.
On an adjusted basis, the company earned 31 cents per share in the quarter, compared with the analysts’ average estimate of 20 cents per share, according to data compiled by LSEG.
Source – Reuters
Americas Gold and Silver Corporation (TSX: USA) (NYSE American: USAS) (“Americas” or the “Company”), a growing North American precious metals producer, reports consolidated financial and operational results for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Paul Andre Huet, Chairman and CEO, commented: “At Americas Gold and Silver we have an excellent platform from which to build substantial shareholder value. We have the people, assets, and financial strength to succeed.”
Source – The Globe and Mail
A man has denied knowing gold he was trying to help someone sell came from a golden toilet stolen at Blenheim Palace.
Fred Doe admitted putting James Sheen, who has previously pleaded guilty to stealing the toilet, in touch with gold dealer Bora Guccuk but said he would “never in a million years” have dealt with him if he had known it was stolen.
Mr Jones, 39, from Oxford, Mr Doe, previously known as Frederick Sines, 36, from Windsor, and 41-year-old Mr Guccuk, from west London, have all pleaded not guilty to the charges they face.
Source – BBC
The trial is still ongoing. Wow! And the “jurors heard the toilet was most likely broken up and has never been recovered.” How will they prosecute these thieves? Will they get prosecuted? Do they have enough evidence? So many questions! I’ll keep this updated. – V.
In the volatile world of precious metals, silver prices can swing by 5% or more in a single trading session. It’s enough to make any investor’s heart race! I’ve been tracking precious metals markets over the recent past, and I’ll tell you, there’s nothing quite like the excitement (and occasional anxiety) of watching those prices move.
Back when I first started investing in silver, I made the classic rookie mistake of buying without understanding spot prices. To be honest I still make mistakes. Let’s just say I learned my lesson the expensive way! But don’t worry – I’m here to share everything I’ve learned about silver spot prices so you can avoid the pitfalls I encountered.
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll dive into everything you need to know about silver spot prices. Whether you’re just starting your precious metals journey or looking to refine your investment strategy, you’ll find practical, actionable insights that you can use right away.
The silver spot price is essentially the current market price for immediate delivery of silver. Think of it as the wholesale price of silver before any dealer premiums or manufacturing costs are added. It’s the foundation of all silver trading and investing, measured per troy ounce (which, fun fact, is actually heavier than a regular ounce!). For those who may not know, a troy ounce is a unit of measure used for weighing precious metals that dates back up to the Middle Ages. It’s a weight to measure precious metals weight!
When we talk about spot prices, we’re really looking at the base price of .999 fine silver in the professional trading market. This price gets updated literally every few seconds during trading hours! It’s fascinating to watch – sometimes I’ll keep a price tracker open on my screen just to see the movements throughout the day.
One thing that took me years to fully grasp is that spot prices aren’t just random numbers – they’re the result of countless trades happening in real time on various exchanges around the world. The main ones are the COMEX in New York and the London Bullion Market, but there are others too.
Here’s what makes spot prices so important: they’re your baseline for determining if you’re getting a fair deal. Any price you pay above spot is called the “premium,” and understanding this relationship is crucial for smart investing.
The silver market is incredibly dynamic, and prices respond to a wide range of factors. Let me break down the main ones I’ve observed:
Industrial Demand: This is huge! Unlike gold, silver has massive industrial applications. When industrial demand rises, prices typically follow. For example, manufacturing facilities where they use silver in everything from electronics to solar panels.
Economic Conditions: Here’s something interesting I’ve noticed – silver often acts as both an industrial metal and a safe-haven asset. During economic uncertainty, some investors flock to silver as a store of value. But economic slowdowns can also reduce industrial demand. It’s this dual nature that makes silver prices so fascinating to watch.
Currency Markets: The U.S. dollar and silver prices typically have an inverse relationship. I learned when the dollar weakens, silver usually becomes more expensive in dollar terms, and vice versa.
Supply Factors: Mining output, recycling rates, and above-ground stockpiles all play crucial roles.
First things first – you need reliable data sources. While there are dozens of websites showing silver prices, not all are created equal. I personally use a combination of Kitco.com for quick checks and TradingView for more detailed analysis. The key is finding sources that update frequently and provide accurate, real-time data.
I’ve found that price charts are invaluable tools for understanding market trends. Start with daily charts to get a feel for short-term movements, but don’t ignore weekly and monthly views – they often reveal longer-term patterns that aren’t visible in daily data.
Here’s a pro tip I wish someone had told me when I first started: set up price alerts! Most tracking apps let you create custom notifications when silver hits specific price levels. This saves you from constantly checking prices and helps you act on your strategy rather than emotions. This is so helpful and easy to navigate truly an “that was easy” button.
You know what really confused me when I started? All the jargon! Let me demystify some key terms that took me way too long to figure out.
Bid vs. Ask Spread: This is the difference between what buyers are willing to pay (bid) and what sellers are asking (ask). I always check this spread when dealing with dealers – a wider spread usually means higher transaction costs.
Premium Over Spot: This is what you pay above the spot price. Here’s something many new investors don’t realize – premiums can vary dramatically between different forms of silver. For instance, American Silver Eagles command much higher premiums than generic silver rounds, even though they contain the same amount of silver.
Paper vs. Physical Silver: This distinction is crucial! Paper silver (like ETFs or futures) trades at spot price, while physical silver usually includes a premium. I learned about this difference when I found you can’t convert ETF holdings into physical silver – quite an eye-opener!
After making many mistakes, I’ve developed some solid strategies for using spot prices to make better investment decisions. And really doing some research.
Dollar-Cost Averaging: Instead of trying to time the market perfectly, I’ve found success by making regular purchases regardless of price. This approach helps smooth out the price volatility over time.
Premium Analysis: Always compare premiums between dealers and products. Try to keep a spreadsheet tracking premiums for different silver products – it’s amazing how much they can vary! Sometimes waiting a week or two can save you significant money on premiums alone.
Market Timing Considerations: While I don’t recommend trying to perfectly time the market, which is just rule of thumb because it’s tough and understanding price patterns can help you avoid buying at relative peaks.
Let me share some hard-learned lessons about what NOT to do when dealing with silver spot prices.
Emotional Trading: This is probably the biggest mistake I see (and have made myself). When prices start moving dramatically, it’s tempting to make impulse decisions. The rule should be: no buying or selling without checking my pre-written investment criteria.
Ignoring Premiums: Some investors focus solely on spot prices while ignoring the total cost including premiums. I once bought some “limited edition” silver rounds with crazy high premiums – they looked pretty, but they were terrible investments.
Market Timing Obsession: I used to spend hours trying to predict the perfect entry point. Trust me, it’s usually better to focus on your long-term strategy than trying to catch the absolute bottom.
Remember, spot prices are just one part of the silver investment equation. They’re important, but they need to be considered alongside other factors like premiums, storage costs, and your overall investment goals.
Understanding silver spot prices might seem daunting at first, but it’s an essential skill for any precious metals investor. Through my mistakes – I’ve learned that success comes from combining knowledge of spot prices with a disciplined investment strategy.
Remember: spot prices are your foundation, but they’re not the whole story. Always consider the total cost of your investment, including premiums and fees. And perhaps most importantly, don’t let short-term price movements distract you from your long-term investment goals.
I encourage you to start small, learn from each transaction, and gradually build your understanding of the silver market. Keep track of your observations about price movements and their causes – you’ll be surprised how quickly you develop an intuition for the market.
This survey covered an expansive 5km by 3km area in the center of the Project, successfully pinpointing multiple high-priority, drill-ready targets. These findings are significant, highlighting both the potential of the near surface target zones as well as the Project’s capacity to host a large-scale copper porphyry mineral system at depth
Jeremy Niemi, SVP Exploration and Evaluation, commented, “We are very happy with how our maiden exploration season has advanced at the Copper Road Project. We took a very purposeful approach to develop geologically rich evidence for a large-scale copper porphyry mineral system and to identify targets that have the potential to host significant volumes of copper and molybdenum. In just eight months, we have achieved this and set the stage for drilling very exciting targets.”
The primary objective of the survey was to identify sizeable chargeable anomalies within the priority area of the Project.
Source – ACCESSWIRE / Yahoo Finance
Major stock indexes rallied, the dollar gained against the euro and other currencies while safe-haven gold dropped on Wednesday as investors grew optimistic about a possible de-escalation in the trade war between the U.S. and China.
“There seems to be some light at the end of the tunnel here in terms of the trade war,” said Peter Cardillo, chief market economist at Spartan Capital Securities in New York.
The euro was last down 0.36% against the dollar at $1.1379. Against the Japanese yen, the dollar strengthened 0.49% to 142.28.
U.S. Treasury yields declined after the U.S. administration’s signal of a potential respite in the U.S.-China trade war and Trump’s softening stance on Powell.
Source – Reuters