Silver Prices Open Below $60 Again, Near December 2025 Levels
Silver futures opened below $60 again on Tuesday, hovering near levels last seen in December 2025, as headwinds from higher bond yields and a stronger dollar weigh on the metal.
Silver prices opened below $60 per ounce again on Tuesday, with September futures trading at $58.77 at the open, up 0.2% from Monday's close. The metal edged higher to $59.37 by 8:19 a.m. ET, but remains well below the key $60 threshold. This marks the first time since December 2025 that silver has traded near the $58 level, highlighting persistent weakness in the precious metals complex.
For gold and precious metals traders, silver's struggle reflects the same macro headwinds pressuring gold: elevated bond yields, a firmer US dollar, and expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates higher for longer. Silver, being more volatile than gold, tends to amplify these moves. Higher real yields increase the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding assets like silver, while a stronger dollar makes dollar-denominated metals more expensive for foreign buyers. Traders can check NowPrice's silver page for real-time pricing and spread analysis.
Looking ahead, silver traders will watch for upcoming US economic data, including ISM manufacturing and employment figures, which could influence Fed rate expectations. A break below the December 2025 lows could accelerate selling, while a sustained move above $60 would signal a shift in sentiment. Central bank gold buying trends and ETF flows will also provide context for the broader precious metals demand picture.