Silver price dips slightly after hitting all-time highs but holds at the $53.00 support level

    by VT Markets
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    Oct 17, 2025
    Silver has pulled back from its peak near $54.86. On Friday, XAG/USD fell over 1.8% to around $53.20. Traders took some profits amid the price fluctuations. However, strong safe-haven demand and limited supply in the London market suggest that the price is unlikely to drop significantly. The overall upward trend remains, supported by higher highs and lows on the 4-hour chart. The $53.00 level, along with the 21-period SMA at $52.93, is important support. If the price drops below this level, it could lead to further declines toward the $51.00–$51.20 area. Momentum indicators are showing signs of slowing down. The RSI is down to about 56, indicating reduced momentum, and the MACD has formed a bearish crossover, suggesting a potential pause before the trend resumes. The ADX remains strong, indicating the uptrend is still in place. If silver breaks above $54.86, the bullish outlook will be confirmed, with next targets at $55.50 and $56.00. Silver prices are affected by various factors like geopolitical tensions, interest rates, the strength of the USD, and industrial demand, especially from the electronics and solar energy sectors. Silver typically follows gold’s price movements, and the Gold/Silver ratio can provide insight into their relative values. Currently, silver is pulling back from its all-time high, which is normal profit-taking after a strong rise. The price is still above the important $53.00 support level, suggesting the upward trend is still valid. This short-term pause, indicated by the RSI and MACD, might present new trading opportunities. This dip could be a good entry point for bullish strategies that focus on the long term. Buying call options with expirations in December 2025 or January 2026 can provide gains if the uptrend resumes toward new highs. Alternatively, selling cash-secured puts near the strong support zone of $51.00 could allow us to earn premium while waiting for a better entry point. The case for silver remains strong due to ongoing industrial demand. Reports from the International Energy Agency indicate a 22% year-over-year increase in global solar panel installations for the third quarter of 2025, which relies heavily on silver. This industrial demand helps support prices beyond investment-driven needs. Additionally, inflation data is also important for precious metals. The latest Consumer Price Index report for September 2025 shows inflation at a persistent 3.5%, making silver attractive as a hedge. This situation complicates further monetary tightening by central banks, benefiting non-yielding assets like silver. However, the bearish divergence seen in momentum indicators should be considered. If silver breaks decisively below the $53.00 level, it could lead to a deeper correction. Traders could use put options as a short-term hedge against long positions or to speculate on a decline toward the $51.20 support area. We’ve seen similar demands for physical silver in the past, like during early 2021, leading to significant volatility and price increases. Current reports of supply constraints in the London market suggest that this factor is influencing prices again, which typically means strong buying interest follows major dips. The recent price fluctuations indicate high implied volatility, which can be beneficial. For those expecting the price to stay within a range over the next few weeks, selling an iron condor with strikes below $51.00 and above $55.00 could be a smart strategy. This approach profits from time decay and a decrease in volatility as the market adjusts to recent record-breaking movements.

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