史诗级暴跌！今年“最赚钱的交易之一”，一夜之间大反转

Core Viewpoint - Silver prices experienced extreme volatility, with a historic surge of 10% followed by a rapid decline of 10% shortly after, indicating a highly speculative market environment [1][2]. Group 1: Silver Market Dynamics - On December 29, silver prices initially surpassed $80 per ounce for the first time in history but then fell sharply, marking a drop of over 10%, the largest single-day decline since 2021 [2]. - The decline in silver prices occurred just hours after reaching above $84 per ounce, coinciding with the CME Group's announcement to raise margin requirements for various metal contracts, aimed at reducing speculative trading [6][10]. - The silver market has seen a significant increase of approximately 150% year-to-date, driven by its status as a "critical mineral," supply shortages, and rising industrial and investment demand [10]. Group 2: Broader Market Impact - The decline in silver was mirrored by a notable drop in gold prices, which fell by $200, or 4.5%, to below $4,329 per ounce, reflecting a similar "overbought" condition in the gold market [2][10]. - Other precious metals, such as platinum and palladium, also faced declines, with platinum futures dropping by 14% and palladium by 16% in early trading [6][10]. - The U.S. stock market also reacted negatively, with major indices like the Dow Jones falling over 200 points, indicating a broader market sentiment shift [10].