Updated: November 12, 2025, 11:38 UTC
Key takeaways
- Spot silver is trading around $51.7/oz in a daily range near $50.9–$51.9; momentum remains constructive after Monday’s surge. [1]
- Front‑month COMEX silver futures are fluctuating around $51.3–$51.6/oz in early trade. [2]
- Macro drivers today: traders are focused on a U.S. House vote expected to end the federal shutdown and on Thursday’s CPI release, both key for the Fed‑rate outlook and the U.S. dollar—two major inputs for silver. [3]
- In today’s session, silver briefly eased with a firmer dollar before steadying; spot silver was last up ~1% near $51.8 alongside gold. [4]
- Context: Silver set a fresh record above $52 in October amid haven flows and tightness in the OTC market, leaving dips well‑watched by buyers. [5]
Live price snapshot (12 Nov 2025)
- Spot XAG/USD:$51.7–$51.9/oz intraday, up about 1% at the time of writing. Day range: $50.89–$51.89. [6]
- COMEX front‑month (SIc1):$51.25–$51.60/oz range seen this morning. [7]
- Reference benchmark:LBMA Silver Price (noon London) was $51.24/oz on Nov 11 (today’s fix posts around 12:00 London time). [8]
- India retail gauge: Indian futures and retail quotes continue to reflect the global upswing, with domestic silver near ₹1.55 lakh/kg today. [9]
What changed today (Nov 12)
- Precious metals consolidated after a strong two‑day run. Early in the session, gold eased as the dollar ticked up, and silver briefly dipped to ~$51.05 before bouncing. By late morning, silver was back near $51.8. [10]
- Policy/politics in focus: The U.S. House reconvened to vote on a Senate‑approved plan to reopen the government—an event markets view as a step toward normalizing data flow and clarifying the Fed’s December decision. [11]
- Next macro catalyst:October CPI lands Thursday, Nov. 13 at 08:30 ET, a release that could sway the dollar, yields, and metals. [12]
Why silver is reacting this way
Silver’s short‑term path is tied closely to the U.S. dollar and interest‑rate expectations. With traders pricing in a strong chance of a December Fed cut, dips in the dollar have tended to lift XAG/USD; conversely, any dollar rebound caps intraday rallies. Today’s Reuters market wrap captured that push‑pull, noting silver up about 1% near $51.76 as gold steadied into the House vote. [13]
Beyond the day‑to‑day macro, structural dynamics remain supportive: the Silver Institute projected another market deficit in 2025, underpinned by robust industrial demand (notably in photovoltaics and electrification). Even as tightness in London’s spot market eased in late October thanks to inflows of metal from the U.S. and China, inventories and physical premiums are still being watched closely. [14]
Banks’ medium‑term calls have crept higher as the year progressed. HSBC in October lifted its 2025 average price forecast to $38.56/oz and mapped a $45–$53/oz trading band for the remainder of the year—levels consistent with today’s tape. [15]
Technical view (today)
- Immediate resistance:$52.00–$52.20. Several desks flag this zone as the near‑term ceiling; a clean break could open a $52–$54 extension. [16]
- First support:$50.00 (psychological/round number) and $48–$49 below that if momentum fades. Intraday commentators warn that loss of $50 would likely trigger profit‑taking back into late‑October congestion. [17]
Note: Technicals are observational, not advice; confirm on your own charts before making decisions.
The next 24–48 hours: what to watch
- U.S. CPI (Oct) – Thursday, Nov 13, 08:30 ET. A cooler print would generally support silver via a softer dollar/yields; a surprise beat risks the opposite. [18]
- U.S. PPI (Oct) – Friday, Nov 14, 08:30 ET. Producer prices can reinforce or contradict the CPI signal. [19]
- House vote on reopening – Passage could normalize government statistics releases and reduce policy uncertainty, factors metals traders have been navigating for weeks. [20]
Market context you shouldn’t ignore
- Record‑setting autumn: Silver peaked above $52 in mid‑October alongside gold’s own records, driven by haven demand and a squeeze in the London OTC market that briefly boosted spot premia over futures. [21]
- Industrial tailwinds: The Silver Institute has repeatedly highlighted strong PV and electrification demand as a key pillar through 2024–2025, even as investment demand zig‑zags with macro headlines. [22]
Quick FAQ: Silver price today
Where is silver trading right now?
Around $51.7–$51.9/oz for spot XAG/USD at midday UTC; front‑month COMEX near $51.4–$51.6/oz. Check live feeds for the latest tick. [23]
What’s the single biggest near‑term driver?
Thursday’s U.S. CPI and the U.S. dollar reaction. Softer‑than‑expected inflation tends to favor silver; a hot print often does the opposite. [24]
Is physical demand helping?
Yes—industrial demand (especially solar) remains the standout, and the 2025 balance is still seen in deficit, though localized tightness in London has eased from October extremes. [25]
This article is for information only and is not investment advice. Always do your own research and consider professional guidance before trading or investing.
References
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