5 Top Silver News Stories of 2017

The silver price traded between about $15 and $18 per ounce in 2017, leaving some market watchers hoping for better price action in 2018.

Even so, investors remained interested in silver in 2017. Our most popular silver news stories of the year show that investors were keen to learn more from experts about what makes the white metal a compelling investment.

Read on to see what silver news stories grabbed the attention of our investor audience this year. You can also click here for our review of 2017 silver trends and here for our 2018 silver outlook. 

1. Could the Silver Price Really Hit $130 per Ounce?

Keith Neumeyer, president and CEO of First Majestic Silver (TSX:FR,NYSE:AG), is known for his wild silver price predictions, having suggested in 2016 that the white metal could reach $1,000. In November, he lowered his price outlook, saying he sees it hitting $130. In this silver news story we delve into Neumeyer’s rationale, as well as what other industry professionals have to say about the future of silver. 

2. Why You Should Still Invest in Silver

Coming in as our second most popular silver news story is a video interview with Ed Steer, publisher of Ed Steer’s Gold and Silver Digest. In the interview, Steer goes into depth about why he believes silver prices are being kept down, pointing squarely at market manipulation by a select few.

If Steer is right and the market is being manipulated, what should investors do? Get in and stay, or stay out altogether? Steer gives his advice to investors and shares his prediction for the precious metal. Watch the video below for all the details:

3. Silver in 2017: The Year of the Wild Card

At the Vancouver Resource Investment Conference in January, Brad Cooke, CEO of Endeavour Silver (TSX:EDR,NYSE:EXK), and Robert Archer, president and CEO of Great Panther Silver (TSX:GPR,NYSEAMERICAN:GPL), participated in a panel where they discussed their forecasts for precious metals in 2017. Were their predictions on point?

The panelists also discussed the cost of mining silver in Mexico. Many factors are in play, such as the Mexican currency and political friction as a result of US President Donald Trump. Both CEOs also touched on dividends and whether or not they are on the horizon for investors. 

4. Osisko Gold’s First Silver Stream is on a BC Mine

Mining giant Osisko Gold Royalties (TSX:OR,NYSE:OR) holds over 130 royalties, streams and offtake assets, but it wasn’t until this year that it added its first silver stream. As part of the deal, Osisko paid US$33 million to Taseko Mines (TSX:TKO,NYSEAMERICAN:TGB), a BC-based mining company.

In exchange, Osisko received a 75-percent share of payable silver production from Taseko’s Gibraltar mine until 5.9 million ounces are delivered. Gibraltar is expected to produce 200,000 ounces of silver per year, and also produces copper concentrate and molybdenum.

5. Maria Smirnova: The Silver Market Today and How to Pick Stocks

Last on our list of most popular silver news stories is a July interview with Maria Smirnova of Sprott Asset Management. Smirnova, a senior portfolio manager, shared her thoughts on the future of the silver market and detailed a strategy for selecting silver stocks. She also honed in on supply and demand.

What silver news stories caught your attention this year? Let us know in the comments below.

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Securities Disclosure: I, Amanda Kay, currently hold no direct investment interest in any company mentioned in this article.

Editorial Disclosure: The Investing News Network does not guarantee the accuracy or thoroughness of the information reported in the interviews it conducts. The opinions expressed in these interviews do not reflect the opinions of the Investing News Network and do not constitute investment advice. All readers are encouraged to perform their own due diligence.