纸白银行情再转跌势 美财长称美联储失去信任

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the current state of silver prices and comments from U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Basset regarding the Federal Reserve's independence and accountability amid rising inflation [1]. Silver Market Analysis - As of February 5, paper silver is trading below 18.923, opening at 19.378 CNY per gram, and currently reported at 18.672 CNY per gram, reflecting a decline of 4.01% [1]. - The highest price reached today was 20.169 CNY per gram, while the lowest was 18.672 CNY per gram, indicating a bearish short-term trend for paper silver [1]. - Technical indicators show that paper silver prices are experiencing a significant drop, with a decline exceeding 5%, and the Bollinger Bands indicating further downward potential [1]. - Support levels for paper silver are noted at 17.50-18.40, while resistance levels are identified at 20.50-21.50 [1]. Comments on Federal Reserve - Treasury Secretary Basset expressed confidence in the Federal Reserve's independence but emphasized that the Fed must be held accountable for its actions, particularly in light of the highest inflation in 49 years affecting American workers [1]. - He stated that the Fed's independence relies on public trust, which has been compromised due to its handling of inflation [1]. - Basset acknowledged that while the Fed should maintain independence in monetary policy, its other activities could impact this independence [1].