Silver Rises Over 120% YTD 
China’s finance ministry plans to boost fiscal spending and accelerate its pace in 2025 to support economic growth. The ministry will focus on increasing consumption, expanding government investment, and raising the budget deficit to 4% of GDP. This move aims to counter potential headwinds from US tariffs and stimulate the economy.
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What Are Margin Requirements? Why CME’s Hike Triggered a Silver Crash
CME’s margin requirements silver hike played a central role in the dramatic collapse from $120 to the $70s in early 2026. After a historic rally fueled by leverage and speculation, the exchange raised margins from 15% to 18%, forcing traders to post more capital or liquidate positions. The result: cascading selloffs, amplified volatility, and a textbook example of how leverage can accelerate both gains and losses in precious metals markets.
February 12, 2026
