Di Yi Cai Jing·2026-02-02 13:54Core Viewpoint - The recent volatility in gold and silver prices has prompted banks to increase their risk warnings and adjust their risk control measures significantly. Group 1: Price Volatility - On February 2, international gold prices fell to $4403.64 per ounce, with a maximum daily drop exceeding 9%, while silver prices hit a low of $71.33 per ounce, with a drop close to 15% [1] - Agricultural Bank and Postal Savings Bank both issued warnings about the significant fluctuations in precious metal prices, urging clients to assess their risk tolerance and maintain a rational investment mindset [1][2] Group 2: Risk Management Adjustments - Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) announced an increase in the margin ratio for personal clients trading silver contracts from 60% to 66% effective February 2, following a notice from the Shanghai Gold Exchange [2] - On January 27, ICBC had already raised the margin ratio for gold and silver contracts due to increased market risks, with gold contract margins adjusted from 43% to 60% and silver from 47% to 60% [3] - China Merchants Bank also raised the margin ratio for its gold and silver contracts to 70% on February 2, while maintaining the price fluctuation limit for gold contracts at 15% [4] Group 3: Client Advisory - Banks are advising clients to avoid impulsive trading behaviors such as chasing price increases or selling off during declines, emphasizing the importance of monitoring market conditions and controlling position sizes [1][2] - The banks are also adjusting the entry requirements for personal gold accumulation business, raising the minimum subscription amounts in response to the recent price surges [4]