Category Archives: Silver Prices

Silver Prices Could Soar Drastically

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There seem to be good times ahead for silver investors. Europe is making efforts to ease out debt. Even the US is showing economic growth, with employment in the US showing a positive trend. These conditions are favourable for the silver market. Continue reading

China Looks to Become a Major Player in Silver Trading

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China and silver have enjoyed a strong bond right from when it still issued a silver related currency in the early twentieth century. The entry of China into the global silver market is likely to end COMEX manipulation and reduce the volatility of the precious metal to a certain extent.

Silver needs to discard the volatility tag that gives it such a bad image. Also known as ‘devil’s metal’ by some traders, China’s entrance may further reinstate traders’ belief in silver as an undependable asset. But sooner or later, silver is bound to find stability.

Chinese retail investors are attracted to silver investment for its lower price than gold. The Asian country is one of the largest silver miners and the biggest consumers of industrial silver. At present, silver bullion and jewellery have attracted many investors doubling their investment with passing days. China is also a major importer of silver for industrial and fabrication purpose, mainly in electronic and solar products.

Silver Market in Peru Hampered

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Peru, the second-largest silver producing country globally, is experiencing a downfall in the silver market. Eclipse to the profits of mining companies in Peru is the indicator of decreasing financial benefits of companies.
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South American Silver Corp. Declares First Closure of Financing

South American Silver Corp declared its first closure of $6.4 million on 16 April 2012. Final closing is expected to occur on or before May 11, 2012, for the remainder of the Offering. Continue reading

Comex Silver Stocks: Highest In Last 10 Years

According to the Reuters report, the U.S silver stocks hit the highest mark on April 16, 2012. A spokesperson at US exchange operator CME group that owns COMEX reached 284.28 million ounces on the day.
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