TechFlow, Dec 31 — Affected by CME's latest increase in margin requirements for precious metals futures, precious metals plunged across the board during trading: New York silver futures briefly dropped over 9%, falling below $71/ounce, while spot silver retreated about $5 to $71.14. Analysts from BiyaPay pointed out that margin hikes often trigger forced deleveraging, increasing short-term volatility and slippage risks. They recommend controlling leverage, placing staggered orders, and setting stop-loss levels. BiyaPay supports futures trading for precious metals such as gold and silver, allowing users to adjust positions and risk management parameters promptly in response to margin changes.





