[MARKET UPDATE] Metal prices pare earlier gains with spot silver briefly returning to near-flat territory, while spot gold is also off today's best levels after stalling just shy of the USD 5,200/oz level

Metal prices have retraced their earlier gains, with spot silver almost back to flat and gold halting just under the significant resistance level of USD 5,200/oz. This pause could indicate market hesitation or profit-taking, suggesting traders may be reassessing their positions ahead of potential catalysts or shifts in macroeconomic sentiment.