
Silver Squeeze - Establishment Warns of Another Event Coming
From SD Bullion by SD Bullion
April 18, 2026 · 8 min · Episode 245
About this episode
The episode discusses recent market movements in gold and silver influenced by geopolitical events and economic concerns.
Last week’s moves in gold and silver were driven by Middle East ceasefire headlines, including Iran’s claim that the Strait of Hormuz would remain open to shipping, which briefly eased oil prices and lifted market sentiment. At the same time, growing concerns over U.S. debt and warnings of a potential bond market crisis by former US Treasury Secretary Hank Paulson added another layer of urgency for investors. Silver fundamentals also tightened further, with new data pointing to ongoing supply deficits and rising demand. Together, these forces are shaping a potentially volatile setup for precious metals in the months ahead. Listen for a detailed breakdown of last week’s events and how investors may be positioning for gold and silver moving forward.
People in this episode
Host: SD Bullion
Topics covered
- silver market
- gold market
- U.S. debt
- bond market crisis
- supply deficits
- demand for precious metals
Keywords
- silver squeeze
- gold prices
- U.S. debt
- bond market crisis
- precious metals
- supply deficits
- market sentiment
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Places: Middle East, Strait of Hormuz
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