Silver spot price surged past $67 per oz. in 2025 from $28.92 at year’s start, driven by AI infrastructure and solar power demand. The solar industry could demand 85-90% of known silver reserves by 2050. AGQ returned 272% YTD, while SLV and PSLV delivered 113% and 129% respectively.

AI hardware infrastructure has created a huge new industrial demand for physical silver, with prices soaring over 120% YTD. The silver industrial market, dominated by solar power, now sees the AI industry as a major consumer. Silver is essential for manufacturing crucial hardware elements for AI.

The solar industry could demand 85-90% of today’s known silver reserves by 2050, driving up prices. EV silver consumption increased by 20% in 2025 and is expected to grow further in 2026. Silver ETFs have delivered triple-digit YTD returns, with Sprott Physical Silver Trust, iShares Silver Trust, and ProShares Ultra Silver leading the way.

The silver bull market has surpassed price target predictions, already exceeding The World Bank, J.P. Morgan Chase, and nearing Citibank’s price predictions. Despite the surge, there are still opportunities for investors to benefit. Retirement planning has shifted focus from stock picking to asset distribution, allowing many Americans to retire earlier than expected.

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