CME raises margin requirements for gold and silver futures

Jinse Finance reported that the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) issued a notice on February 5 local time, announcing adjustments to the margin requirements (Outright Rates) for certain gold, silver, and aluminum futures contracts. According to the document, the new margin ratio for gold has been raised to 9%, while the margin level for silver has been increased to 18%. The new standards will take effect after the close of trading on February 6 local time.