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Silver Prices Drops Sharply After Short Rebound, Analysts Weigh In

Published Feb 5, 2026

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Silver bars and coins, a balance scale with money, and a tablet displaying a red downward trend arrow, illustrating analysts' concerns over the recent price drop in silver prices.

Summary:

Silver prices fell as much as 16% on Thursday, with spot silver at $76.97 per ounce.

Futures in New York declined over 8% to $77.28 per ounce.

In 2025, silver gained about 146% before a nearly 30% crash last Friday.

Significant Price Drop

Silver prices experienced a steep decline on Thursday, dropping as much as 16%. The last recorded price for spot silver was $76.97 per ounce, while futures in New York were over 8% lower at $77.28 per ounce.

Recent Market Activity

Prior to this drop, silver had been on a remarkable run, gaining about 146% throughout 2025. However, the market faced a significant crash last Friday, where prices fell nearly 30%.

Reasons Behind the Volatility

Analysts attribute the recent price swings to a mix of speculative flows, leveraged positioning, and options-driven trading. Goldman Sachs noted that as silver prices began to fall, dealer hedging changed direction, shifting from buying into strength to selling into weakness.

Comparisons to Meme Stocks

The volatility in silver prices has led to comparisons with meme stocks, such as GameStop. This phenomenon highlights how prices can detach from sustainable levels, leading to potential risks for investors.

Gold Market Movement

In conjunction with the decline in silver prices, gold also saw a decrease. Both spot gold and futures fell by a little over 1%, with spot gold priced at $4,887.03 and futures at $4,887.40 per ounce.

What to Expect Moving Forward

As analysts continue to monitor the silver market, the focus will be on how speculative trading and market conditions evolve. Investors should remain cautious, given the unpredictable nature of silver prices and the potential for further volatility.

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