Group 1 - The Shanghai Gold Exchange announced a reduction in margin levels and price fluctuation limits for gold and silver deferred contracts, effective February 24, 2026 [1] - The margin ratio for gold contracts (Au T+D, mAu T+D, Au T+N1, Au T+N2, NYAuTN06, NYAuTN12) will decrease from 21% to 18%, and the price fluctuation limit will be adjusted from 20% to 17% [1] - The margin ratio for silver contracts (Ag T+D) will be reduced from 27% to 24%, with the price fluctuation limit changing from 26% to 23% [1] Group 2 - This adjustment marks a shift from previous increases in margin levels, as the exchange had raised these levels multiple times earlier in February [2] - On February 3, the margin for gold contracts was increased from 16% to 17%, and again on February 6, it was raised to 18% before reaching 21% prior to the Spring Festival [2] - Several commercial banks also adjusted their risk control measures for personal precious metal business, with increases in margin ratios and minimum purchase amounts [2]