Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-12-29 06:51Group 1 - The precious metals market experienced significant volatility on December 29, with silver prices initially surging past $83 per ounce before dropping over 5% [1]. - The National Investment Silver LOF opened at a limit down price but quickly rebounded, closing up 8.8% with a trading volume significantly higher than the previous three days [1]. - Gold futures in New York also exhibited a "V-shaped reversal," with the main contract price falling below $4,550 per ounce [3]. Group 2 - Several stocks in the A-share precious metals sector turned negative, including Hunan Gold, Sichuan Gold, and others, reflecting a broader market trend [5]. - Notably, Hunan Silver saw a gain of 10.01%, while other companies like Hunan Gold and Sichuan Gold experienced slight declines [6]. - Last Friday, the precious metals market surged across the board, with silver, palladium, and platinum rising over 10%, and COMEX silver futures skyrocketing over 11% [5]. Group 3 - Exchanges have raised margin requirements for certain precious metals due to the recent price fluctuations, with the Chicago Mercantile Exchange announcing increases for gold, silver, and lithium futures [7]. - The Shanghai Futures Exchange also issued notices regarding risk control and margin adjustments for trading during the New Year period [8]. Group 4 - Looking ahead, precious metal prices are expected to remain volatile, influenced by factors such as the Federal Reserve's independence crisis and concerns over the dollar's credibility [9]. - Some analysts warn that silver is currently in a severe overbought zone, suggesting a potential for rapid correction, although the long-term bullish outlook remains intact due to ongoing support factors [9].