2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2026-01-30 03:36Group 1 - The precious metals and industrial metals sectors experienced a significant drop, with stocks like Xiaocheng Technology hitting the daily limit down, and several gold and silver concept stocks also reaching their limit down prices [1] - Spot gold fell over 4%, dropping below $5200, while spot silver declined more than 5%, falling below $110, indicating extreme market volatility [1] - Analysts attribute the sharp decline in gold and silver prices to profit-taking by investors after recent price highs, with David Meger from High Ridge Futures noting a wave of selling following record highs in precious metal prices [1] Group 2 - The London gold price was reported at $5187.647, reflecting a decrease of $189.513 or 3.52% from previous levels, with a trading range between a high of $5451.010 and a low of $5111.960 [2] - The London silver price was recorded at $110.566, down by $5.300 or 4.57%, with a trading range showing a high of $118.466 and a low of $107.947 [3]