iShares MSCI Global Silver Miners ETF (SLVP)
| Assets | $939.79M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.39% |
| PE Ratio | 18.98 |
| Shares Out | 26.90M |
| Dividend (ttm) | $0.61 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.75% |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Payout Frequency | Semi-Annual |
| Payout Ratio | 33.12% |
| Volume | 306,130 |
| Open | 35.47 |
| Previous Close | 35.51 |
| Day's Range | 34.55 - 35.47 |
| 52-Week Low | 15.04 |
| 52-Week High | 50.15 |
| Beta | 0.83 |
| Holdings | 48 |
| Inception Date | Jan 31, 2012 |
About SLVP
Fund Home PageThe iShares MSCI Global Silver Miners ETF (SLVP) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the MSCI ACWI Select Silver Miners IMI index, a market-cap-weighted index of global companies that earn the majority of their revenues from silver mining. SLVP was launched on Jan 31, 2012 and is issued by BlackRock.
Top 10 Holdings
70.39% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Hecla Mining Company | HL | 12.89% |
| Industrias Peñoles, S.A.B. de C.V. | PE&OLES | 11.97% |
| Fresnillo plc | FRES | 10.54% |
| First Majestic Silver Corp. | AG | 8.95% |
| Silvercorp Metals Inc. | SVM | 4.79% |
| Discovery Silver Corp. | DSV | 4.51% |
| Newmont Corporation | NEM | 4.38% |
| Agnico Eagle Mines Limited | AEM | 4.19% |
| Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. | WPM | 4.14% |
| Endeavour Silver Corp. | EDR | 4.02% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 16, 2025 | $0.56515 | Dec 19, 2025 |
| Jun 16, 2025 | $0.04498 | Jun 20, 2025 |
| Dec 17, 2024 | $0.081 | Dec 20, 2024 |
| Jun 11, 2024 | $0.0401 | Jun 17, 2024 |
| Dec 20, 2023 | $0.04814 | Dec 27, 2023 |
| Jun 7, 2023 | $0.04098 | Jun 13, 2023 |
Performance
SLVP had a total return of 129.57% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 3.70%.
News
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India's mining industry calls for new exploration and development, removal of red tape to address gold and silver import issues
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Gold and silver rally as Hormuz deal hopes sink oil - Kitco AM Report
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Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Ceasefire Holds – Gold Defends $4,561, Silver Breaks to $77.78?
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Gold and Silver Price Forecast: Weak Dollar and Oil Drop Fuel Rebound
Gold (XAU) and silver (XAG) prices rose on Monday due to weakness in the U.S. dollar and U.S. Treasury yields. This weakness stems from the drop in oil prices due to easing tensions in the Strait of H...
Gold weakens as U.S.-Iran talks keep oil, rates in focus - Kitco PM Report
Spot gold prices were lower and spot silver prices were also under pressure in late afternoon trading on Friday, as firm Treasury yields, a stronger dollar tone and hawkish Fed inflation language offs...
Gold, silver prices remain caught between rate hike fears and bond market stress
Gold and silver are managing to hold key near-term support levels ahead of the weekend, and while the precious metals remain stuck in relatively neutral territory, some analysts have said that the vol...
U.S. Senators introduce bipartisan SILVER Act to expand precious metals vault network
The global supply chain crisis, driven by the Iran war, continues to undermine broader financial markets and the global economy.
Gold, silver ease as dollar firms, U.S.-Iran talks drag on - Kitco AM Report
Spot gold and silver prices are weaker in early U.S. trading Friday, as a firmer U.S. dollar and elevated oil prices offset safe-haven demand tied to the Strait of Hormuz and U.S.-Iran talks.
Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Gold Breaks $4,520 Channel as Silver Rejects $76 — More Downside Ahead?
Gold and silver moved sideways to lower as investors balanced sticky CPI data against the holding US-Iran truce. Gold confirmed channel breakdown to $4,521 while silver slipped to $75.86.
Gold steadies, silver rises as as Hormuz risk premium fades - Kitco PM Report
Spot gold prices are near steady and spot silver prices are higher after the close Thursday, as lower crude oil prices and easing Treasury yields offset a firmer U.S. dollar.
India's new gold and silver import duties trigger cascade of impacts across metals and currency markets
While short-term headwinds from the Iran war continue to cap precious metals prices, most analysts see the same supportive backdrop for gold and silver that drove them to record highs in early 2026. B...
Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Gold Reclaims $4,531 Channel Floor as Silver Defends $75.33 — Reversal Ahead?
The stable US-Iran ceasefire has reduced safe-haven demand, allowing gold and silver to react to hot inflation data. Gold tests $4,531 channel floor with bullish divergence while silver holds $75.33 w...
Metals recover as Iran talks cool oil, Fed minutes cap risk - Kitco PM Report
Spot gold prices are sharply higher and spot silver prices are sharply higher after the close Wednesday, as oil prices fell on U.S.-Iran diplomacy and signs of renewed tanker movement through the Stra...
Gold, silver rebound as yields ease, Hormuz risk premium narrows - Kitco AM Report
Spot gold prices are firmer and spot silver prices are sharply higher in early U.S. trading Wednesday, as Treasury yields eased from recent peaks and oil prices pulled back despite unresolved U.S.-Ira...
Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Gold Breaks $4,466 as Silver Plummets Below $74 — Support or More Pain?
The stable US-Iran ceasefire has reduced safe-haven demand, allowing gold and silver to react to macro data. Gold tests $4,466 support in a descending channel and silver accelerates lower toward $72.5...
Gold and Silver Technical Analysis: Treasury Yield Surge Pressures Metals
Gold and silver remain under pressure as rising Treasury yields, a stronger U.S. dollar and inflation fears weigh on demand, while key support zones in both metals decide the next move.
Gold drops below $4,500, silver breaks $74 support as Iran talks stall - Kitco PM Report
Spot gold and silver prices are sharply lower after the close Tuesday, as rising Treasury yields, a firmer U.S. dollar and persistent oil-linked inflation concerns offset safe-haven demand tied to the...
Silver's ‘great rotation': Tech selloff to fuel rush into precious metals, says Jen Bawden
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Gold will hit $5,800 ATH by December, but silver has highest upside, platinum has breakout potential – MKS PAMP's Shiels
Despite Iran war headwinds, gold prices are still on track to reach a fresh all-time high of $5,800 per ounce before year-end, while silver's supply deficit and dual demand make it the better medium-t...
Gold breaks below $4,540, silver tests $75 as yields rise, Hormuz talks cap oil - Kitco AM Report
Spot gold is down and spot silver is sharply lower in early U.S. trading Tuesday, as higher Treasury yields and a firmer U.S. dollar continued to pressure non-yielding metals. At the time of writing, ...
Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Gold Cracks $4,540 Channel as Silver Holds $76 Floor — Next Move?
With geopolitical risk premium fading due to the ongoing truce, focus shifted to macro signals after sticky inflation data. Gold broke lower to $4,540 targeting $4,503 while silver held $76 Fib suppor...
Gold price hold steadies, silver rebounds as Hormuz risk keeps oil, yields in focus - PM Report
Spot gold prices are firmer, but silver prices are sharply higher in late Monday trading, with bargain hunting in metals weighed against higher oil prices, elevated bond yields and uncertainty around ...
Gold silver prices firmer but gains remains capped by higher oil prices as Strait of Hormuz remains closed - AM Report
Spot gold and silver prices are firmer in early U.S. trading Monday, with bargain hunting offset by rising oil prices, elevated Treasury yields and the latest U.S.-Iran tension around the Strait of Ho...
Gold and Silver Technical Analysis: Inflation Fears Put Key Levels at Risk
Gold and silver remain under short-term pressure from higher oil prices, rising yields, and inflation fears, but key support zones remain intact as both metals await the next breakout.
Silver falls again: are Fed rate fears about to hit prices harder?
Silver extended its decline for a third consecutive session on Monday, with XAG/USD trading around $74.20 per troy ounce during Asian hours. Investors reacted to India's surprise restrictions on silve...
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Silver dives below $76, gold tests $4,500 support as Iran risk drives oil, rate fears - Kitco PM Report
Spot gold and silver prices are sharply lower in late U.S. trading Friday, as a stronger dollar, surging Treasury yields and oil-led inflation fears offset defensive demand tied to the Strait of Hormu...
Gold and silver slammed as Iran war fuels inflation and rate hike fears
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Gold And Silver Plunge On Inflation Fears After Hitting Highest Prices In Months
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Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Trump-Xi Summit + Hot CPI — Gold Crashes Below $4,600, Silver Below $78?
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Gold and Silver Technical Analysis: Oil Shock Pressures Metals as Breakout Risks Build
Gold and silver remain under pressure as higher oil prices, rising Treasury yields and a stronger U.S. dollar weigh on sentiment, while silver shows relative strength and waits for a clear breakout.
Silver drops 4.6% as yields rise, gold holds above $4,650 - Kitco PM Report
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Gold and silver await fresh catalyst despite supportive fundamentals - Sucden Financials
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Gold firms near $4,700, silver slips as Hormuz talks steady oil - Kitco AM Report
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Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Ceasefire Holds — Gold Defends $4,697, Silver Surges to $87 as CPI Hits Rate Cuts?
Gold and silver consolidate as investors weigh sticky inflation data against the ongoing ceasefire. Gold bounces at $4,697 support while silver rides strong ascending momentum toward $88.
Gold weakens, silver tests $90 after April producer-price shock - Kitco PM Report
Spot gold prices were lower and spot silver prices were firmer in late U.S. trading Wednesday, as a hot U.S. producer-price print, a firmer dollar and Treasury yields near the 4.5% area offset safe-ha...