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Silver Prices Edge Higher After Early-Week Volatility
Silver prices edged higher on Tuesday, as the market stabilized following a volatile start to the week. Silver for September settlement climbed 5 cents, or 0.3%, to $16.68 a troy ounce at 7:24 a.m. ET. The futures prices fluctuated between $16.55 and $16.64 through the overnight session. Short-sellers controlled the market on Monday, sending silver prices more than 1% lower in intraday trade. The grey metal is down more than 6% since over the past three weeks. Gold prices also rebounded following a sharp selloff on Monday. The August futures contract was last seen trading at $1,251.70 a troy ounce, which represents a ... (full story)