沪银期货突破16000元/千克关口，上期所再出手：限仓、提高手续费

Core Viewpoint - International silver prices reached a historic high, with London silver quoted at $69.02 per ounce, marking a daily increase of 4.58% and a year-to-date rise of over 139% [1] - Domestic silver futures in China also surged, breaking the 16,000 yuan per kilogram barrier, currently priced at 16,126 yuan per kilogram, reflecting a 2.30% daily increase and a year-to-date rise of over 114% [1] Group 1 - On December 22, London silver opened at $67.55, peaked at $69.42, and closed at $66.00, indicating significant volatility in the market [2] - Shanghai Futures Exchange announced restrictions on trading behavior for silver futures contracts, limiting the maximum number of day trades for non-futures company members and special overseas participants to 10,000 lots starting December 24, 2025 [2] - The trading fees for silver futures contracts were adjusted, with the fee for AG2602 contract set at 0.025% of the transaction amount and for AG2604 contract at 0.005% [2] Group 2 - Prior adjustments included an increase in the price fluctuation limit for AG2602 contract from 14% to 15% and an increase in margin requirements for holding positions [3] - Market analysis indicated that the U.S. November CPI exceeded expectations, leading to revised market expectations for the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts in 2026, which in turn strengthened prices of precious metals like gold and silver [3] - The importance of basic raw materials for economic development is increasingly recognized by various countries, leading to the use of tariffs to secure these products, further driving prices upward [3]