Gold settles lower as silver slides 2.5% amid market pressure

Gold settles lower

Silver slides further

The COMEX closing price for gold registered a ↓ 1.4% drop, extending a losing streak of two out of the last three sessions. Silver posted a ↓ 2.5% decline, marking three down days in four. Market participants cite a firmer U.S. dollar and subdued inflation data as drivers. According to Reuters, the dip reflects broader risk‑off sentiment across commodities.

“The metal market is reacting to tighter monetary expectations,” said a senior analyst at a major brokerage.

The trend suggests limited upside for precious metals unless geopolitical tensions or a sudden inflation surprise re‑ignite demand.

Dispatch from: Arthur Sterling

Macroeconomics Editor