Group 1 - Silver futures are currently trading above 17,633, with a recent report showing a price of 18,133, down 3.99% from the opening price of 18,000 per kilogram, and a trading range between 17,205 and 18,636 [1] - Gold has seen a year-to-date increase of 64.6%, while silver has become a trading vehicle for Western speculators, leading to increased price volatility [2] - The recent drop in silver prices coincides with brokerage firms raising margin requirements for trading precious metals, which may suppress speculative behavior and increase hedging costs for end-users [2] Group 2 - Despite the significant drop in silver prices, the bullish trend remains intact, with a focus on the resistance level around 18,600 [3] - The domestic sentiment for silver remains high, although profit-taking has increased selling pressure, indicating potential for a rebound after a significant decline [3] - The main trading range for the silver futures contract is projected to be between 16,700 and 17,400 [3]

Group 1 - The minimum trading margin for contracts expiring on the third Friday of the month will be adjusted to 12% due to the occurrence of a national holiday [1]

Group 1 - The Dalian Commodity Exchange (DCE) announced that during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday in 2025, the price fluctuation limits and trading margin levels for all futures contracts will remain unchanged [1] - Member units are advised to enhance risk warning measures for clients and strengthen market risk prevention to ensure stable market operations [1]