Silver Price Hits $108 as Mining Stocks Enter a Cash Flow Boom
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
- Surging Silver Prices: Spot silver in the U.S. has surged to $108 per ounce, while Shanghai prices near $124 create a $16 premium, indicating stress in the physical silver supply chain that forces prices higher to meet demand.
- Enhanced Mining Profitability: With production costs around $20 per ounce, miners are seeing gross margins of $88 per ounce at current silver prices, leading to estimated free cash flow of $60 per ounce, significantly improving their financial health.
- Cash Flow Explosion: Aya Gold & Silver is projected to generate over $300 million in free cash flow in 2026 while advancing its new Boumadine project, showcasing strong growth potential amid rising silver prices.
- Market Revaluation of Mining Stocks: As silver prices soar, mining stocks are shifting from leveraged plays to genuine cash flow stories, with market valuations adjusting in real-time, indicating that future earnings will significantly exceed historical norms.
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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.







