Coinworld News: According to a report released by independent analyst Markus Thielen on March 18, 2026, investors are continuously increasing their silver holdings to hedge against stagflation risk and geopolitical uncertainty. Against the backdrop of high oil prices potentially pushing US CPI to 3.36% and the Federal Reserve being forced to extend its pause in rate hikes, silver's inflation-resistant properties are becoming increasingly prominent. Meanwhile, AI-driven data center construction and energy infrastructure expansion continue to drive industrial demand for silver, giving it the dual attributes of a critical mineral and a safe-haven asset. Despite the strengthening US dollar putting pressure on gold prices, silver futures maintain an upward trend. Currently, silver prices have entered a converging triangle pattern, with a directional breakout likely imminent, and volatility may increase accordingly.