iShares Silver Trust oscillates after record $80 peak and China export curbs

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Silver futures surged to a record $80 per ounce before plunging 7% to around $71.91, lifting year-to-date gains to about 155% from roughly $20 at the start of 2025. New Chinese export curbs starting January 1 and Elon Musk’s industrial supply warning followed prices reaching $79, stoking further volatility.

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