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Investors going crazy: Famous commodity breaks 13+ year high

BY xlubecx Calender Icon18 June 2025
Silver breaks records

Silver is once again at the center of investor attention. Currently, it has broken through the $37.27 barrier, which is the highest price since February 2012. This development indicates not only the strength of the commodity but also investor confidence in its future growth. Many are talking about a new stable and promising investment.

Silver Breaks Highest Price Since 2012

$37.27
Highest Since February 2012

Silver has soared to its highest levels since February 2012 in recent weeks, and investors worldwide have taken notice. According to TradingView data, the precious metal broke through the $37.27 per ounce price, reaching a level we last saw more than 13 years ago. This sharp increase was not caused by sudden speculation, but by steady demand and systematic purchases from various sectors.

1980
$49.81
All-time high (speculative bubble)
2011
$49.81
Second peak (short-term bubble)
2025
$37.27
Current sustainable growth

Similar price records were experienced only twice in 1980 and 2011, when the precious metal rose to its historical maximum of $49.81. However, these cases were more about short-term price bubbles supported by speculative investments. Today’s situation is different: prices are rising slowly, persistently, and are supported by real demand.

What’s Driving Silver Prices Higher?

  • Real Industrial Demand
    Unlike gold, silver has strong applications in technology, solar panels, and batteries. Green energy is a significant growth driver. The renewable energy sector alone consumes enormous amounts of silver annually, creating permanent demand and reducing available supplies.
  • Weak Dollar and Inflation Expectations
    While global central banks try to control inflation, many investors are losing confidence in the long-term value of the dollar. Silver as a store of value and safe haven benefits from the weakening currency and uncertain macroeconomic environment.
  • Investment Sentiment and ETF Purchases
    In recent months, silver ETF fund purchase volumes have increased dramatically. Investors are seeking alternatives to stocks and bonds, with silver offering not only inflation protection but also strong growth potential.
  • Global Geopolitical Instability
    Conflicts in Ukraine, tensions in Asia, and uncertainty in the Middle East region force investors to seek stability outside stock markets. Silver is perceived as a cheaper alternative to gold with potentially higher returns.
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