Silver Prices Surpass $90, Related Stocks Rally
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 14 2026
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Source: CNBC
- Record Silver Prices: Spot silver prices surpassed $90 per ounce for the first time on Tuesday, reaching $90.55 by Wednesday morning, reflecting strong market demand and investor confidence with a 27% year-to-date increase.
- Stock Rally: Stocks related to silver surged, with Hecla Mining up 3.4%, Endeavour Silver rising 3.3%, and First Majestic Silver increasing by 3.2%, indicating optimistic market sentiment towards the silver sector.
- Strong ETF Performance: Silver-related exchange-traded funds (ETFs) also saw significant gains, with the Abrdn Physical Silver Shares ETF and iShares Silver Trust rising by 4% and 4.2% respectively, showcasing sustained investor interest in silver.
- Positive Long-Term Outlook: BlackRock maintains a positive long-term view on silver, suggesting that 2026 returns will depend on how management teams allocate increased cash flows, highlighting the importance of discipline between dividend increases and over-investment.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
