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Silver Tumbles: Investors Exit Safe Havens
22 Jan
Summary
- Silver price dropped to $91.17 after reaching a record high of $95.87.
- Easing tariff threats and rising stock markets reduced safe-haven demand.
- Gold and platinum also saw price corrections amid shifting market sentiment.
Silver prices saw a sharp correction, dropping to $91.17 per ounce after earlier reaching a record high of $95.87. This price drop occurred on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, following a period of significant gains.
The primary catalysts for the decline included easing tariff threats from the US President and a concurrent surge in equity markets. As investor confidence improved and perceived risks lessened, the demand for silver as a safe-haven asset decreased, leading to profit-taking by investors.
Other precious metals also experienced adjustments. Gold trimmed its gains, trading up slightly after touching an all-time high, while platinum and palladium saw minor decreases. These movements reflect a broader trend of risk appetite shifting away from metals toward equities.
