Silver Shatters Records as Supply Squeeze Intensifies
Published on 12/24/2025 at 12:11 | Redaktion boerse-global.de
The precious metals rally has entered unprecedented territory, with silver prices exploding to a historic peak above $72 per ounce. This surge is driven by a powerful convergence of geopolitical tensions, a deepening structural shortage, and insatiable industrial demand.
The fundamental driver remains a severe and persistent supply-demand imbalance. According to The Silver Institute, the market is facing its fifth consecutive annual supply deficit, projected to reach 149 million ounces in 2025. Mine supply remains stagnant at approximately 844 million ounces, while total demand is surpassing 1.2 billion ounces.
This gap is being exacerbated by an industrial consumption boom. The parallel expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure and new solar energy capacity Read more...
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