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Silver May '13 (SIK13)

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Silver Futures Market News and Commentary

Dollar Index Ends Little Changed, But Bearish Sentiment Continues

The dollar index (DXY00) on Wednesday fell to a new 2.75-month low but then recovered and ended the day little changed.  The dollar continues to trade on a weak note despite Tuesday's stronger-than-expected US GDP report of +4.3% and the reduced odds for Fed easing.  The markets have reduced the odds for a -25 bp rate cut at the next FOMC meeting to the current level of 16% from 20% before the GDP report.

In a report released Wednesday, US weekly initial unemployment claims fell by -10,000 to 214,000 in the week ended Dec 20, showing a stronger labor market than expectations of 224,000.  Continuing claims rose by +38,000 to 1.923 million from the previous week's revised 1.885 million (preliminary 1.897 million), which showed a weaker labor market than expectations of 1.900 million. 

China's central bank on Wednesday issued a cautious statement after its quarterly monetary policy meeting.  The PBOC indicated that it is focused on long-term stability and suggested that it... Read more

Contract Specifications

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Contract
Silver 5,000-oz
Contract Size
5,000 troy ounces
Tick Size
$0.005 per troy ounce ($25.00 per contract) (Settlement $0.001)
Trading Hours
5:00p.m. - 4:00p.m. (Sun-Fri) (RTH 7:25a.m. - 12:25p.m.) (Settles 12:25p.m.) CST
Exchange
COMEX
Point Value
$5,000
Margin/Maintenance
$24,200/22,000
First Notice Date
04/30/13
Expiration Date
05/29/13 (expired)

Seasonal Chart

Silver May '13
Average Price Chart for 5 Prior May Contracts

Commitment of Traders Positions as of Dec 16, 2025

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Commercials - Long / Short
45,998 (+3,003)
101,189 (-2,633)
Non-Commercials - Long / Short
56,034 (-9,924)
19,682 (-1,567)
Producers - Long / Short
5,246 (+1,490)
30,619 (-1,974)
Swap Dealers - Long / Short
31,436 (+1,185)
61,254 (-987)
Managed Money - Long / Short
36,424 (-3,374)
14,537 (+514)
Other Reportables - Long / Short
19,610 (-6,550)
5,145 (-2,081)
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Price Performance

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Period Period Low Period High Performance
1-Month
21.010 +6.83%
on 05/20/13
24.510 -8.43%
on 04/30/13
-1.677 (-6.95%)
since 04/29/13
3-Month
21.010 +6.83%
on 05/20/13
29.350 -23.53%
on 03/12/13
-5.987 (-21.06%)
since 02/28/13
52-Week
21.010 +6.83%
on 05/20/13
35.300 -36.42%
on 10/01/12
-6.097 (-21.36%)
since 05/25/12

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Dollar Index Ends Little Changed, But Bearish Sentiment Continues

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday fell to a new 2.75-month low but then recovered and ended the day little changed. The dollar continues to trade on a weak note despite Tuesday's stronger-than-expected...

DXY00 : 97.976s (+0.03%)
GCG26 : 4,502.8s (-0.06%)
SIH26 : 71.685s (+0.77%)
^USDJPY : 156.012 (-0.14%)
^EURUSD : 1.17745 (-0.17%)
Dollar Index Posts 2.75-Month Low But Then Recovers

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today posted a new 2.75-month low but then recovered and is little changed. The dollar continues to trade on a weak note despite Tuesday's stronger-than-expected US GDP report...

DXY00 : 97.976s (+0.03%)
GCG26 : 4,502.8s (-0.06%)
SIH26 : 71.685s (+0.77%)
^USDJPY : 156.012 (-0.14%)
^EURUSD : 1.17745 (-0.17%)
The Bull vs. Bear Case for Silver and Gold

I’m still bullish in the longer term on gold and silver based on the technicals that remain in place.

CLG26 : 58.35s (-0.05%)
CLG26 : 58.35s (-0.05%)
GCG26 : 4,502.8s (-0.06%)
ESH26 : 6,982.50s (+0.31%)
SIH26 : 71.685s (+0.77%)
GCG26 : 4,502.8s (-0.06%)
SIH26 : 71.685s (+0.77%)
DXH26 : 97.681s (+0.07%)
$4,500 Invalidated – Is the Golden Santa Rally Over?

Gold moved somewhat higher yesterday, but silver and miners reacted differently. Silver soared but miners were flat. This is telling.

Gold & Silver’s Historic Rally Continues! But for How Long? 2026 Outlook

Gold and silver extend a historic rally as longer-term themes stay in focus. Phil Streible breaks down what’s driving the move and how it fits into the 2026 outlook in today’s Metals Minute — tune...

Dollar Falls Despite Strong US GDP Report

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Tuesday fell by -0.35%, as bearish underlying dollar sentiment outweighed Tuesday’s stronger-than-expected US GDP report and the reduced odds for Fed easing. The markets...

DXY00 : 97.976s (+0.03%)
GCG26 : 4,502.8s (-0.06%)
SIH26 : 71.685s (+0.77%)
^USDJPY : 156.012 (-0.14%)
^EURUSD : 1.17745 (-0.17%)
As Silver Prices Hit New Record Highs, Should You Buy Hycroft Mining Stock?

Hycroft stock soars on strongest drill results ever. Despite rising silver prices, HYMC shares remain super risky to own heading into 2026.

HYMC : 24.96 (-8.03%)
SIH26 : 71.685s (+0.77%)
Dollar Falls Despite Strong US GDP Report

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is down -0.22%, as bearish underlying dollar sentiment outweighed today's stronger-than-expected US GDP report and the reduced odds for Fed easing. The markets today reduced...

DXY00 : 97.976s (+0.03%)
GCG26 : 4,502.8s (-0.06%)
SIH26 : 71.685s (+0.77%)
^USDJPY : 156.012 (-0.14%)
^EURUSD : 1.17745 (-0.17%)
Gold Hits its 50th Record Close & Silver Hits $70! $85 the Next Target?

Gold logs its 50th record close as silver surges to $70, keeping momentum front and center across precious metals. Phil Streible breaks down what’s driving the move and the levels traders are watching...

$10,000 Gold and $100 Silver? Here’s our 2026 precious metals outlook

$10,000 gold and $100 silver? Phil Streible joined Yahoo Finance to discuss the 2026 precious metals outlook, breaking down the long-term trends shaping gold and silver.

Key Turning Points

3rd Resistance Point N/A
2nd Resistance Point 22.495
1st Resistance Point 22.470
Last Price 22.445s
1st Support Level 22.395
2nd Support Level 22.345
3rd Support Level N/A

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52-Week High 35.300
Fibonacci 61.8% 29.841
Fibonacci 50% 28.155
Fibonacci 38.2% 26.469
Last Price 22.445s
52-Week Low 21.010

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