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  The retail silver market is undergoing a swift transformation in real time and it's accelerating and it's shifting away from gold and towards silver. I'm going to outline why and how and the most recent updates in this roller coaster journey as we examine it. That's correct. There's a great deal unfolding in this bull market. uh silver prices continue to swing sharply and that has created an opening as the gold to silver ratio has now expanded from roughly 46 to as high as the low60s. So, you know,

people view that as a chance relative to gold to move into silver. In fact, anecdotally, we're observing more and more local coin shops transitioning from purchasing silver from you, the customer, to selling it to you. That's right. The dynamic has now flipped and this is most clearly illustrated by Silver Seeker's latest video where he attended a smaller coin show in a region of Missouri in Joplain Missouri and witnessed this striking reversal. But I think that anecdotal uh evidence is significant across the

country and I believe even globally. The latest example is in Pakistan right now. Pakistan is seeing something notable because gold is becoming extremely costly and we're also witnessing a scenario where there's less volatility in the gold market even though it has fluctuated but prices have remained very very elevated and I'm telling you that means you need to adapt and stay flexible to your situation regarding how much gold you should hold relative to silver. I believe in owning gold and I

believe there are methods to adjust to market conditions. I think it's always wise to diversify uh with gold serving as a more stable store of value over the long term. Silver offers that as well, but it's far more challenging to recognize its benefits unless you are truly patient and consistent. And I think that's what's occurring in Pakistan. A gold price roller coaster is pushing buyers towards silver. And indeed, that roller coaster ride uh also impacts silver. As we just discussed, it

has been quite extraordinary. So, what we've observed over the past couple of weeks is global gold and silver prices moving erratically. According to this article here from Al Jazzer that I'm referencing and uh Wacka Sadiki has received a surge of calls from customers at his jewelry store asking about purchases. In other nations, the recent climb and drop and rise again in the global bullion market has sparked interest, especially among those who see gold and silver as an asset. Although I

don't prefer to view them as an investment, I like to see them as an inflation hedge, as an economic uh safeguard. That's truly what they represent and wealth that exists outside of any system whatsoever. That's what I think is compelling about holding gold and silver. And silver is becoming an optimal metal of opportunity at this moment. Uh while gold and to a lesser degree silver has long been favored by jewelry buyers in Pakistan, it is regarded as a secure place to preserve money that many buyers are searching for

these days. And silver appears to be surpassing gold. That's right. And I've discussed this in other countries like uh China where it happened months ago and it's really uh intensifying ramping up at this stage in a major way among buyers in China. They are purchasing it in 15 kg slabs. Uh these large jewelry uh firms and other major buyers are acquiring it uh in 15 kg slabs at present. It's quite remarkable and uh we're mainly in the jewelry sector which is declining anyway as people are using

precious metals for asset purposes. So when the rally began, a handful of customers uh entered their shop expressing interest in buying silver bars or selling gold. According to Al Jazzer here, the pattern was validated by Omar Ezen, another jeweler who has operated his family business in Lahore for decades. Increasingly, he says interest in gold investments and even more so in silver is rising. My customers call to ask whether they should invest and participate in the rally, but I counsel them carefully. And

by the way, that's sound guidance. Always approach anything volatile with caution. You never truly know. That's certain. Um and uh that's what he emphasizes with caution. You know, it's something you must remember because you know what might occur. Uh there's a recent decline in prices that turn out to be somewhat of a deadcat bounce. Um, and some believe we could see more of those. And if using the cat analogy, there could even be nine before everything is finished. So, we simply

don't know. But, uh, in the domestic market, the price of 10 g of gold rose by more than 20,000 rupees, which is roughly $71 US, uh, reaching $440,000 or $1,572 in the prior week. A comparable increase was seen in silver prices with 10 grams climbing to around $28 US. The initial drop followed by a rebound mirrors broader shifts in the international market uh where numerous developments are unfolding particularly after the bullish surge in the metals market ended the previous weekend and prices fell

sharply. An unusual occurrence for metals that are considered safe havens which are meant to retain value during unstable periods. Indeed, in fact, they are now gaining value during these turbulent times. It's an overheated market. Many people question that, but I think that's what we observed with uh gold reaching $5,600 and silver hitting $121. Now, uh, another jeweler, Henife Hand, who, uh, is a 56-year-old jeweler in Karach and also a former vice president of the city's jewelers association,

told, uh, a laser that the recent disruption in the bullion market was driven mainly by fears that a US attack on Iran was imminent, triggering panic in the market. Indeed, yes. And given the close proximity, that could certainly play a role there. Um once news emerged that Trump would take more time to decide uh markets ease somewhat. However, they could once again surge if the situation in the Middle East region escalates again. And so far who knows what will happen. Honestly, by the time you watch this video, it could go either

direction. We may be uh discussing another strike. We'll see. Um uh Ali Aibsay an independent investment analyst in Lahore stated that another element pushing gold prices higher uh since the downturn has been the increase in gold purchases in China. Over the past year, China has reduced its holdings of US Treasury securities, which have now dropped below $700 billion and uh a reduction of nearly half since the November 2013 peak, replacing them with large-scale acquisitions of the precious metal. The minor movements you observe

are the result of market pricing running its course, where investors pause buying once a commodity reaches a specific level and then the price adjusts before the next phase begins. expect metals to rally higher once again. Many people do anticipate another upward move uh to reclaim higher levels. I don't know at this stage. It's difficult to determine but regardless the transition to silver is underway in Pakistan . Uh the high price of gold has positioned silver as the preferred metal for many people. According to Reac Aged,

and they purchase it both for asset purposes and for adorment, for jewelry. On an individual basis, a small buyer is more inclined to purchase silver items, whether a silver bar or silver jewelry. And that's what's occurring at the individual level. And this is because they lack sufficient capital to purchase otherwise. They still need to buy something. And that's why they're focusing on uh silver right now. And recalled that the price per 10 g of silver was around $14 in April of last

year compared to the current high of approximately $54 uh dollars. Enchan agreed, noting that the elevated price of gold along with evolving social preferences has contributed to diminishing interest in investing in gold jewelry. Traditionally, families purchased gold or gold jewelry as an asset, but also as something to pass down to their children upon marriage. This is now shifting with families choosing highquality artificial jewelry instead. Very little gold in the country is recycled, while silver is

gaining popularity as an asset simply due to the soaring cost of gold. Rather than spending on gold jewelry, people now favor allocating their money into silver bars if they lack sufficient capital. But even when they do have it, investing in gold jewelry sets that are passed down through families is clearly declining at this stage. So in 2024, Pakistan imported $27 million worth of gold, making it a relatively minor participant in the global gold buying market and placing it only as the 84th largest gold importer. according to the

observatory of economic complexity. So that's what we're examining here regarding what's happening with silver. Uh it's quite compelling to observe how market dynamics are evolving and shifting and how silver is now being viewed as the favored metal to stack uh in regions like uh Pakistan. Yes, valued viewers, now I will share today's developments in the economy and precious metals. Precious metals market update. Gold prices remain near elevated levels today, trading just above the $5,000 per

ounce mark as investors stay cautious ahead of key US jobs and inflation data scheduled later this week that will influence the Federal Reserve's interest rate path. spot gold edged down slightly with some profit taking after recent strength in a weaker US dollar, but support is holding around current levels as markets price in expectations of at least two rate cuts in 2026. Silver also showed volatility, easing modestly while remaining near its recent elevated range after strong gains earlier in the week.

These price dynamics reflect a balance between safe haven demand and awaiting macroeconomic data that could shift yield expectations. Recent weeks have seen extraordinary swings in precious metals. Gold and silver hit historic highs in late January before sharp correction amid speculative profit taking and shifting sentiment. Analysts describe last week's sell-off where gold pulled back from record peaks and silver declined sharply as part of a healthy market adjustment after prolonged bullish trends. Following that

correction, both metals staged rebounds as bargain buyers stepped in and safe haven demand resurfaced amid ongoing global uncertainties. On the analyst outlook, consensus forecasts for 2026 have shifted notably upward. Surveys of market strategists show raised median forecasts for gold prices approaching all-time highs again on continued geopolitical risk and central bank demand with silver also expected to remain supported despite its greater volatility due to industrial demand factors and speculative flows. Broader

market sentiment on silver reflects its dual role as both an investment and industrial metal. Industrial demand trends, especially from sectors like solar and electronics, amplify its price responsiveness to macroeconomic developments and monetary policy signals, making silver generally more volatile than gold. US economic data focus. All eyes in financial markets are on the upcoming US labor market and inflation reports. The non-farm payrolls figure and CPI data later this week will be critical in shaping expectations for

the Federal Reserve's next steps. Markets are currently pricing in the possibility of Fed rate cuts later in 2026, which typically supports non-yielding assets like gold and silver, although short-term caution persists as investors adjust to incoming data. Macro trends and market context. US economic indicators show mixed signals. Retail sales, job growth, and inflation trends will be watched closely for insights into economic momentum and labor market strength. The stance of the Fed remains a central theme for global

risk assets, both equities and commodities, with traders closely tracking any shifts in expectations around monetary policy. In the broader asset landscape, precious metals continue to be influenced by crossasset volatility and geopolitical risk which underpins safe haven flows even amid profit taking episodes. Equities and risk assets. In equity markets, major indices have seen varied performance amid shifting sentiment. Recent sessions showed reaction to artificial intelligence sector developments and

broader risk appetite shifts with technology stocks reacting to innovation news even as precious metals oscillated between riskoff and safe haven demand phases. Commodities and dollar dynamics. Commodity markets have experienced mixed trends while precious metals rebounded after declines. Other sectors like oil and base metals felt pressure from easing geopolitical tensions and a stronger US dollar at times. A stronger dollar typically makes dollarpric commodities more expensive for foreign investors, adding downward pressure on

prices in some trading sessions. Summary: Gold remains above $5,000 per OS, edging modestly lower on profit taking, but supported by rate cut expectations and safe haven demand. Silver holds elevated levels with volatility reflecting both investment and industrial [clears throat] demand influences. Markets focus on upcoming US jobs and inflation data that will be key for Fed policy direction. Analyst forecasts remain bullish with higher medium price outlooks reflecting continued macro uncertainty. Broader

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