🔴 Silver is trading 2.7% down today as rising U.S. inflation and rate hike fears weigh on metals

Silver is trading at $74.95 (-2.7%) as rising U.S. inflation and potential rate hikes weigh on the metal.

• The metal continues a volatile stretch, having previously fallen to $75.95 on May 19, 2026, according to Trading Economics data.
• Broader risk sentiment is pressured by firmer yields and persistent inflation concerns, which typically reduce the appeal of non-yielding precious metals.