By William Collins, consultant in stock markets – Eurasia Business News, December 27, 2025. Article no 1951
Silver has surged dramatically in 2025, rising far more than gold and drawing in a wave of new amateur investors.
Silver futures recently traded in the high‑70s dollars per ounce, marking new all‑time highs and a year‑over‑year gain of roughly 160–170%, compared with a much smaller but still strong rise in gold.
Over just the past month, silver prices have jumped around 45–50%, a pace that far exceeds typical annual moves in major commodities.
Why silver is soaring
Tight physical supply, years of underinvestment in mining, and repeated deficits between mine output and industrial demand have created a powerful tailwind under prices.
Industrial uses in solar panels, electric vehicles, and electronics now account for more than half of all silver demand, so the clean‑energy push and tech spending amplify every bout of investor buying.
Role of amateur investors
Retail traders have piled into silver via coins, bars, and especially low‑cost ETFs, helping to fuel sharp price spikes and short‑squeeze dynamics in a relatively small market compared with gold.
Surveys show a majority of retail investors now expect silver to break above 100 dollars per ounce in 2026, reflecting speculative optimism that can both extend rallies and increase crash risk.
Key risks to watch
Silver’s history of extreme booms and busts means that a rally of this size leaves prices vulnerable to a sharp correction if growth, industrial demand, or risk appetite weaken.
Analysts note that while long‑term fundamentals remain strong, investors should be prepared for high volatility and avoid over‑leveraging positions during such a runaway move.
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