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Sign InSilver prices are experiencing significant downward pressure as market expectations shift toward a more hawkish monetary policy in the United States. According to reports, silver (XAG/USD) edged lower toward the $68.00 mark as investors increased their bets on Federal Reserve interest rate hikes. This decline is driven by the rising opportunity cost of holding non-yielding assets like silver while the US Dollar strengthens on expectations of tighter policy.
This downward trend represents a sharp correction from the $72.50 level reported six days ago, influenced by resilient US labor data. Per market data, the Non-Farm Payrolls report released on June 5, 2026, showed an addition of 172k jobs, significantly beating the forecast of 85k. Additionally, the unemployment rate held steady at 4.3%, providing the Federal Reserve with more room to maintain its aggressive stance on interest rates.
Looking ahead, traders are closely watching the psychological support level near $68.00 (at close June 11, 2026) to determine the next directional move. With the economic calendar showing a stabilization period following recent employment data, focus shifts to upcoming central bank commentary. If the US Dollar maintains its upward momentum, silver may struggle to find a floor in the immediate term.