SLV is trading at $58.24, down -4.08% in pre-market as silver futures weakened after markets reduced defensive positioning following September 9’s sharp advance.
- COMEX silver was reported down 0.62%.
- U.S.-Iran escalation and Brent crude above $100 remain supportive, but higher inflation risk and rate pressure offset safe-haven demand.
- August PPI rose 0.4% monthly and 5.4% annually, reinforcing caution ahead of September 11 CPI data.