Silver gives back two days of gains amid a broader market rotation

Silver Market Dynamics - Silver prices experienced a significant decline, dropping 9.2% to around $80.05 per troy ounce, with earlier losses reaching as much as 17% in a single session [1] - This decline reversed previous gains, as silver had recently hit a record high above $121 per ounce [2] - The drop in silver prices coincided with a rise in the US Dollar Index, which reached a two-week high, making dollar-denominated commodities more expensive [2][3] Volatility and Market Sentiment - Analysts indicate that silver is likely to remain highly volatile due to its smaller market size compared to gold, which can amplify price fluctuations [4] - Hedge funds had already begun reducing long positions in silver and other metals prior to the selloff, reallocating investments into energy and other commodities [4] Broader Market Trends - The overall market saw a broad selloff, affecting risk assets including tech stocks and cryptocurrencies, with notable declines in software stocks following the introduction of new AI tools [5][6] - The tech selloff is viewed as a healthy rotation by some analysts, as investors seek better opportunities outside of a tech-driven market [7] - Bitcoin also faced a downturn, trading around $71,200, down approximately 7% in the last 24 hours and about 19% over the past week [8]