SMM Silver Ingot Hong Kong Spot Premium Widens to $0.5-0.3/oz Discount Amid Weak Demand

Published: Jul 10, 2026 11:52
[SMM Silver Express] According to SMM data, this week’s SMM silver ingot Hong Kong spot premium (vs. LBMA silver) stood at a discount of $0.5-0.3/oz, with the discount widening from last week. Hong Kong saw increased shipments amid ample supply, while downstream buying interest remained weak, leading to a broader discount.

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