Silver prices fell to $33.8 per ounce, retreating from a five-month high of $34.58 reached on March 28th, as investors braced for President Donald Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs set to take effect Wednesday. Market participants weighed concerns over an escalating global trade war, which could weaken industrial demand for silver, against its safe-haven appeal amid growing fears of an economic slowdown. Over the weekend, Trump reaffirmed plans to impose reciprocal tariffs on all countries and reportedly urged his advisers to take a more aggressive trade stance. Meanwhile, US economic data showed the manufacturing sector slipped into contraction in March, while job openings in February fell more than expected to 7.57 million. Investors now look ahead to Friday's nonfarm payroll report for further economic signals.

Source: Trading Economi