价格飙涨！“国外极度缺货”?

Group 1 - International silver prices have significantly increased, with London spot silver reaching a record high of $59.33 per ounce and COMEX silver futures closing at $59.053 per ounce, marking a rise of over 2.7% [1] - The volatility of silver futures has increased, with multiple instances of daily price fluctuations exceeding 5% since October [1] - Silver prices have surged from $29.41 per ounce at the beginning of January 2025 to over $50 in October and surpassing $57 in November, approaching the psychological barrier of $60 [1] Group 2 - In Shenzhen's Shui Bei market, the retail price of silver is reported at 16.4 yuan per gram, close to its highest level this year, but sales of silver jewelry remain stable as consumers focus more on styles rather than price [2] - Despite the rising prices, consumers are not engaging in mass purchases, with more silver being returned than sold, indicating a more rational approach to silver investment [2] - The price difference between buying and selling silver is significantly larger than that of gold, with a reported 47% loss in value when converting silver jewelry back to cash [2] Group 3 - Analysts attribute the rise in silver prices to a global decline in silver inventory, leading to tighter supply in the spot market [4] - The increase in silver prices is influenced by three main factors: sustained long-term optimism for precious metals, a tight global silver supply, and a favorable liquidity environment for financial assets like silver [6] - Reports indicate that there have been instances of "short squeezes" in foreign markets, with rising leasing rates for silver, suggesting a severe shortage of silver globally [6]