What’s Driving Gold and Silver Prices This Week 

Gold and silver whipsawed on conflicting ceasefire signals as Trump paused Iran strikes and Tehran denied any talks. Meanwhile, gas crossed $4 for the first time since 2022 — and Friday’s CPI print could reset inflation expectations.

Silver Demand by Sector: Industry, Jewelry & Investment

Silver is often called a dual-use metal — but the real picture has three parts. This breakdown of silver demand by sector shows how industrial applications have quietly taken over, and why that shift matters for anyone holding physical silver.

Gold +3%, Silver +7%: Metals Close Q1 With a Bang 

Gold and silver prices posted their strongest session in weeks to close Q1 2026 — gold up 3.49%, silver up 7.50%. Tariffs, an Iran peace signal, and a brutal quarter in stocks all converged on the final trading day of March.

Small Market, Big Swings: Why Silver Is More Volatile Than Gold 

Silver can outpace gold on a rally—and fall twice as fast in a selloff. The cause isn’t speculation. It’s structure. Here’s how the size of each market shapes price behavior.

Gold Bounces as Iran, the Fed, and the Dollar Collide 

Gold and silver are bouncing back Monday, but the macro headwinds haven’t cleared. Iran’s yuan toll at Hormuz, Turkey’s $8B gold selloff, a hawkish Fed, and a jobs report on Friday — here’s what’s moving markets this week.

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.

Investing in Silver: A Clear, No-Hype Guide to Building Real Wealth 

Silver isn’t just a cheaper alternative to gold — it’s a strategic asset with a unique role in any long-term wealth-building plan. This guide breaks down what investing in silver actually means, the difference between physical silver and paper alternatives, and the disciplined strategies that serious investors use. No speculation. No shortcuts. Just clear, practical guidance to help you make informed decisions and build real wealth over time.

Silver Squeeze Incoming? Fact-Checking the Viral Claims Rocking the Market 

Is the silver market on the brink of a massive squeeze?  That’s the question rattling around investing circles after a viral Twitter thread — highlighted in Mike Maloney’s recent video — claimed that silver deliveries are exploding, LBMA reserves are scraping the bottom, lease rates are spiking, and premiums in China are going wild.  In his latest deep dive, Alan Hibbard from GoldSilver separates hype from reality — fact-checking each claim with hard data from COMEX, LBMA, and Bloomberg. While some numbers don’t hold up, the overall picture still points to one thing: silver’s fundamentals are the tightest they’ve been […]

Silver Hits $38: Why Banks Are Bearish Amid Bullish Signals

Silver is charging toward $40, but Wall Street isn’t cheering — why? With demand booming and supply shrinking, the disconnect between bullish fundamentals and bearish bank forecasts could signal a rare opportunity. Discover why smart investors are quietly accumulating now, before the herd wakes up.

“Nobody Can Nail The Peak” — The Honest Truth About Selling Metals

“Nobody can nail a peak. And if they say they can, they’re lying. If they do, they were lucky.”  With those frank words, Mike Maloney opens up about one of the most challenging aspects of precious metals investing: knowing when to sell. While countless “gurus” claim they can time the market perfectly, Mike takes a refreshingly honest approach — one based on mathematical ratios, not crystal balls.  The Two Ratios That Matter Most  Instead of focusing on price targets (which Mike considers largely irrelevant), he watches two key ratios that have proven reliable across multiple market cycles:  1. The Dow/Gold […]