Retail Investors Pour Over $920 Million into Silver ETFs, Setting Record Highs
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 15 2026- Record Inflows: In the last 30 days, retail investors have funneled over $920 million into silver-linked ETFs, marking the largest inflow ever, with iShares Silver Trust (SLV) and ProShares Ultra Silver (AGQ) being the primary beneficiaries, indicating strong market interest and confidence in silver.
- Sustained Inflows: SLV has seen 169 consecutive sessions of inflows, recording its second-highest net buying day on Wednesday, which suggests a persistent demand for silver that could lead to further price increases in the near future.
- Price Volatility: Silver surged over 20% in just four days, hitting an all-time high of $94 on Wednesday before a 7.3% drop on Thursday due to profit-taking, reflecting the market's high volatility and cautious investor sentiment.
- Tight Supply Dynamics: Concerns over tariffs have led to increased silver stockpiling in warehouses, resulting in tight supply; last year, silver prices soared nearly 150%, driven by demand from the solar industry, highlighting silver's strong demand potential moving forward.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
