iShares Silver Trust (SLV)

NYSEARCA: SLV · Real-Time Price · USD
68.29
+1.63 (2.45%)
At close: May 1, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
68.22
-0.07 (-0.10%)
After-hours: May 1, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT
Assets$35.30B
Expense Ratio0.50%
PE Ration/a
Shares Out535.90M
Dividend (ttm)n/a
Dividend Yieldn/a
Ex-Dividend Daten/a
Payout Frequencyn/a
Payout Ration/a
Volume20,236,687
Open67.58
Previous Close66.66
Day's Range67.51 - 69.65
52-Week Low29.04
52-Week High109.83
Beta0.45
Holdings1
Inception DateApr 21, 2006

About SLV

Fund Home Page

The iShares Silver Trust (SLV) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the LBMA Silver Price index. The fund tracks the silver spot price, less expenses and liabilities, using silver bullion held in London. SLV was launched on Apr 21, 2006 and is issued by BlackRock.

Asset Class Commodity
Category Commodities Focused
Stock Exchange NYSEARCA
Ticker Symbol SLV
ETF Provider BlackRock
Index Tracked LBMA Silver Price

Top Holdings

NameSymbolWeight
Silvern/a100.00%

Performance

SLV had a total return of 130.71% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.69%.

News

Gold and silver gain momentum after softer U.S. manufacturing data, easing Treasury yields

Spot gold and silver prices ended the North American session on a positive note on Friday, with both metals gaining support from softer U.S. manufacturing data and a pullback in Treasury yields. Gold ...

1 day ago - Kitco

Gold (XAUUSD), Silver, Platinum Forecasts – Gold Gains Some Ground Despite Rising Treasury Yields

Silver and platinum have also moved higher in today's trading session.

1 day ago - FXEmpire

Bank of America stands firm on 12-month $6,000 gold target, sees silver averaging $86 in 2026

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1 day ago - Kitco

Spot gold lower, silver strong as traders assess global data, central bank outlook

Spot gold prices are slightly down and spot silver prices are modestly firmer in early U.S. trading Friday, as traders digest a heavy slate of global economic data and continue to assess the outlook f...

1 day ago - Kitco

Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: $4,532 Holds – Is Gold's Road to $4,800 Now Open?

Gold stabilises above the 0.382 Fib at $4,532 with bulls targeting $4,800, while silver struggles below $75 resistance as bears eye the $71.20–$69 support zone.

2 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold and Silver Technical Analysis: Oil Shock Keeps Metals Under Pressure

Gold and silver remain under short-term pressure as higher oil prices fuel inflation risks and delay rate-cut expectations, though geopolitical tensions still support the longer-term safe-haven outloo...

2 days ago - FXEmpire

Why This Expert Says Gold's Comeback, and Silver's Struggles, Aren't a Good Sign for Precious Metals

The bear case for gold? Just take a look at silver.

2 days ago - Investopedia

Gold (XAUUSD), Silver, Platinum Forecasts – Gold Rebounds As Dollar Dives

Falling oil markets provided additional support to precious metals.

2 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold, silver rally on slumping USDX, bargain buying

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2 days ago - Kitco

Solid price gains for gold, silver as USDX solidly down

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2 days ago - Kitco

Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Silver's 762M Oz Drain – Structural Bull Case Intact?

Central banks bought 244 tonnes of gold in early 2026 as silver faces its 6th deficit year, while XAU rebounds at $4,534 Fib with $4,800 in sight.

3 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold (XAUUSD), Silver, Platinum Forecasts – Gold Tests New Lows As Oil Prices Soar

Gold prices are moving lower as traders wait for Fed decision.

3 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: $4,566 Slips as Silver Breaks $73 Channel Support

Gold stalls at $4,566 with resistance at $4,670, while Silver breaks channel support near $73 as deficits tighten supply.

4 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold and Silver Analysis: Short-Term Pressure Builds Ahead of Powell Speech

Gold and silver remain under short-term pressure as traders await Powell's Fed guidance, while the Iran war, higher oil prices, and key support zones keep the long-term bullish outlook intact.

4 days ago - FXEmpire

World Bank sees a ceiling above gold and silver prices through 2026 amid market volatility

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4 days ago - Kitco

‘Gold remains the strategic allocation, while silver remains the tactical opportunity' – Saxo Bank's Hansen

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4 days ago - Kitco

Gold (XAUUSD), Silver, Platinum Forecasts – Gold Tests New Lows As Oil Rallies

Gold markets are losing ground amid geopolitical uncertainty.

4 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold, silver sharply down on technical selling

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4 days ago - Kitco

Strong price pressure on gold, silver amid higher USDX, rising bond yields

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4 days ago - Kitco

Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: $4,633 Stalls as Silver Slips Below $74 Support

Gold stalls at $4,633 with resistance at $4,670, while Silver breaks channel support near $74 as supply deficits tighten.

5 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold (XAUUSD), Silver, Platinum Forecasts – Gold Retreats Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty

The lack of progress in U.S. – Iran negotiations puts pressure on gold markets.

5 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold, silver sell off on chart-based pressure

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5 days ago - Kitco

Extended ceasefire only prolongs market uncertainty, gold's medium-term prospects strengthen while silver demand slides – Heraeus

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5 days ago - Kitco

Modest price pressure on gold, silver as traders assess war

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5 days ago - Kitco

Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: $4,800 Wall Holds – Silver Drop Next?

Gold clings to $4,710 support while Silver faces industrial volatility. Discover key Fibonacci levels and technical trade ideas for XAU/USD and XAG/USD today.

6 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold and Silver Analysis: Precious Metals Await Breakout as Fed Risks Loom

Gold and silver remain in consolidation as Fed risks, oil prices, the U.S. dollar, and U.S.-Iran tensions keep precious metals waiting for the next major breakout.

6 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Gold Holds $4,670 Pivot – Is a $4,536 Slide Looming?

Gold (XAUUSD) hovers near the $4,670 pivot as central banks buy 60 tonnes monthly. Will the 0.5 Fibonacci level hold, or are we heading toward a $4,536 retest?

9 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold and Silver Analysis: Will Dollar Strength Trigger a Deeper Correction?

Gold and silver moved lower as a stronger U.S. dollar and fading rate-cut hopes pressured prices, but Middle East risks, higher oil prices, and inflation concerns still support the long-term bullish t...

9 days ago - FXEmpire

China's silver imports surge 78% in March as investors and manufacturers scramble to secure metal

Ernest Hoffman is a Crypto and Market Reporter for Kitco News. He has over 15 years of experience as a writer, editor, broadcaster and producer for media, educational and cultural organizations.

Other symbols: SILSILJSIVRSLVP
9 days ago - Kitco

Gold and silver have upside scope, but Iran and Fed concerns will keep metals markets 'nervy' as prices test key levels – StoneX

Ernest Hoffman is a Crypto and Market Reporter for Kitco News. He has over 15 years of experience as a writer, editor, broadcaster and producer for media, educational and cultural organizations.

9 days ago - Kitco

Gold price modestly down, silver solidly lower on bearish outside-market forces

Jim Wyckoff has spent over 25 years involved with the stock, financial and commodity markets. He was a financial journalist with the FWN newswire service for many years, including stints as a reporter...

9 days ago - Kitco

Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Gold Teeters at $4,700 – Breakout or Breakdown?

Gold (XAUUSD) holds $4,700 as geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz offset a softer dollar. Is a massive breakout or a plunge to $4,600 coming next?

10 days ago - FXEmpire

Silver (XAG) Forecast: Rally Stalls at 50-Day MA as Dollar Caps Gains

Silver rally fades at the 50-day MA as DXY strength and Treasury yields weigh. Silver analysis points to range trading with downside risk near-term.

Other symbols: SILSILJSIVRSLVP
10 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold, silver gain on perceived bargain buying

Jim Wyckoff has spent over 25 years involved with the stock, financial and commodity markets. He was a financial journalist with the FWN newswire service for many years, including stints as a reporter...

10 days ago - Kitco

Price gains for gold, silver amid friendly outside markets

Jim Wyckoff has spent over 25 years involved with the stock, financial and commodity markets. He was a financial journalist with the FWN newswire service for many years, including stints as a reporter...

10 days ago - Kitco

Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Metals Bounce as US-Iran Ceasefire Eases Oil Risk; Gold Squeezed at $4,755—Is a $4,800

Gold holds near $4,755 as the US-Iran ceasefire extension eases inflation fears. Will XAU/USD break $4,800 resistance or retest support at $4,669?

11 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold and Silver Technical Analysis: Ceasefire Extension Supports Precious Metals

Gold and silver found support as the U.S.-Iran ceasefire extension lowered oil prices, eased inflation fears, and weakened the dollar, while both metals continued to hold constructive technical struct...

11 days ago - FXEmpire

Silver's fair value is closer to $40, but remains supported by higher gold prices - Commerzbank

Neils Christensen has a diploma in journalism from Lethbridge College and has more than a decade of reporting experience working for news organizations throughout Canada. His experiences include cover...

11 days ago - Kitco

Gold, silver sharply down amid upticks in USDX, bond yields

Jim Wyckoff has spent over 25 years involved with the stock, financial and commodity markets. He was a financial journalist with the FWN newswire service for many years, including stints as a reporter...

11 days ago - Kitco

Price weakness in gold, silver; bulls need a spark

Jim Wyckoff has spent over 25 years involved with the stock, financial and commodity markets. He was a financial journalist with the FWN newswire service for many years, including stints as a reporter...

11 days ago - Kitco

Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Gold Dips to $4,780 as Hormuz Blockade Reasserts – Is a Surge to $5,000 Next?

Gold (XAUUSD) slides to $4,780 as the US seizure of the Iranian ship Touska reignites inflation jitters. Discover the technical levels for the April 22 ceasefire deadline.

12 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold, silver down as lingering war prospects hint of less demand

Jim Wyckoff has spent over 25 years involved with the stock, financial and commodity markets. He was a financial journalist with the FWN newswire service for many years, including stints as a reporter...

12 days ago - Kitco

Gold's safe haven status is intact, high gold and silver prices are boosting exploration budgets – Heraeus

Ernest Hoffman is a Crypto and Market Reporter for Kitco News. He has over 15 years of experience as a writer, editor, broadcaster and producer for media, educational and cultural organizations.

12 days ago - Kitco

Price pressure on gold, silver amid firmer USDX, uptick in bond yields

Jim Wyckoff has spent over 25 years involved with the stock, financial and commodity markets. He was a financial journalist with the FWN newswire service for many years, including stints as a reporter...

12 days ago - Kitco

Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Metals Retreat as US Ship Seizure Sparks Inflation Jitters; Can XAU Bulls Defy the Strong Dollar?

Gold (XAUUSD) slides to $4,780 as the US Navy seizes an Iranian vessel, reigniting inflation fears and boosting the USD. Analyze the 50-EMA support and $4,890 resistance.

13 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold and Silver Technical Analysis: Inflation Fears Return as Hormuz Tensions Rise

Gold and silver remain under pressure as rising oil prices, Strait of Hormuz tensions, a stronger U.S. dollar and higher Treasury yields keep both metals trapped between geopolitical support and macro...

13 days ago - FXEmpire

Gold, Silver Decline Amid Renewed Inflation Concerns

Gold and silver declined in early Asian trade amid renewed inflation concerns spurred by rebounding oil prices stemming from signs of re-escalating Middle East tensions.

13 days ago - WSJ

Rising Silver Prices, Appreciating Yuan Cast Shadow Over JinkoSolar

The leading solar module maker's loss more than tripled in the fourth quarter of last year, as its gross margin barely managed to stay positive

Other symbols: JKSSILSILJSIVRSLVP
15 days ago - Benzinga

Mild price gains for gold, silver as volatility wanes

Jim Wyckoff has spent over 25 years involved with the stock, financial and commodity markets. He was a financial journalist with the FWN newswire service for many years, including stints as a reporter...

15 days ago - Kitco

Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: XAUUSD Defends Trendline—Can Bulls Reclaim $4,870?

Gold (XAUUSD) stabilizes at $4,790 as US-Iran diplomacy in Pakistan cools safe-haven demand. Discover why the $4,770 trendline remains the ultimate “must-hold” floor.

16 days ago - FXEmpire

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