Is There a Silver Shortage in 2026? The Data Is Alarming

A year ago, Mike Maloney and Alan Hibbard warned that the U.S. silver stockpile was gone and an explosion was coming. Silver hit $121/oz. COMEX vaults are still draining. Here’s what the data shows about the 2026 silver shortage — and whether the move is finished.
Why Is Silver Leaving COMEX Vaults? What Investors May Be Missing

Why is silver leaving COMEX vaults? Many investors assume shrinking inventories signal a coming silver squeeze. But COMEX deliveries, warehouse warrants, and inventory shifts don’t always mean metal is physically leaving the system. Here’s what the data really shows.
Are Silver Investors Watching the Wrong Numbers?

Many silver investors believe rising COMEX deliveries, falling registered inventory, and physical movement should directly drive price. But the data tells a different story. In this analysis, Alan Hibbard explains three common COMEX silver delivery misconceptions and breaks down how the silver market actually works — from futures price discovery to settlement, warehouse accounting, and logistics. Understanding these mechanics can help investors avoid misleading narratives and make steadier decisions in volatile markets.
Silver Price Forecast 2025 — $42/oz Milestone & 45% YTD Gains

If you’ve been watching silver this year, you already know we’re witnessing something extraordinary. At $42 per ounce, silver has just reached heights not seen in over a decade, and with a stunning 45% gain year-to-date, it’s outpacing nearly every major asset class in 2025. This silver price forecast suggests the rally is far from over. But here’s what makes this rally different from the ones we’ve seen before — and why Mike Maloney believes we’re still in the early stages of a much bigger move. Silver Smashes Resistance: What It Means When silver crossed $42 this week, it wasn’t […]
