ProShares Ultra Silver (AGQ) surged 9.37% intraday on Friday, significantly outperforming the broader market as investors flocked to precious metals amid heightened geopolitical uncertainty.
The leveraged silver ETF's sharp gain followed rising spot silver prices, which climbed to $70 per ounce with a 3% increase. This movement was driven by safe-haven demand triggered by concerns over potential U.S. military deployments to the Middle East, despite former President Trump's announcement of a ten-day extension to Iran negotiation deadlines.
Market analysts noted that investors remained cautious about potential escalation over the weekend, with geopolitical tensions supporting demand for precious metals as hedge assets. The ProShares Ultra Silver ETF, which seeks to provide twice the daily performance of silver bullion, amplified the underlying metal's price movement during the trading session.
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