Gamma Squeeze Reversal
The 'gamma squeeze' that drove silver up has now reversed. Dealers who had sold call options were forced to sell futures aggressively as prices fell, creating a self-reinforcing downward spiral.
Technical Breakdown
Silver smashed through key support levels at $100 and $90 in a matter of hours. While the long-term industrial deficit remains, the short-term sentiment has been shattered by the volatility.