Silver Price Surges to Historic High Above $80, Indicating Major Market Shift
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 29 2025- Historic Milestone: Silver prices surged above $80 per ounce in early 2025, currently trading at $82.4, reflecting a significant 3.94% increase from the previous session, indicating a major shift in global commodity markets driven by complex interactions of industrial demand, monetary policy, and geopolitical factors.
- Industrial Demand Surge: As a critical component in photovoltaic panels, electric vehicles, and 5G infrastructure, sustained industrial demand underpins this price rally, showcasing the robust momentum of the global transition towards electrification and green technologies.
- Supply Constraints Intensify: Mining output faces challenges such as declining ore grades and rising operational costs, while investment demand through physical bullion and ETFs provides consistent support, creating a potent bullish scenario in the market.
- Market Structure Evolution: Strong trading volumes across major commodity exchanges indicate deep institutional participation, while attention to registered silver warehouse stock levels highlights a trend of withdrawals, creating a tight physical supply scenario against a backdrop of strong demand.
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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.
