Current price of silver as of Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Is it a good time to invest in silver?
Silver has surged nearly 25% in 2025, hitting its highest levels in over a decade.
Deciding whether to invest now depends on your unique attitude toward the market. If inflation is top of mind, adding precious metals can be prudent. Or, if you foresee rising industrial applications—such as electronics—demand could potentially push prices even higher.
Current precious metals prices as of 10:15 a.m. ET on Nov. 26, 2025
| Precious metal | Price per ounce |
|---|---|
| Gold | $4,152.52 |
| Silver | $52.28 |
| Platinum | $1,561.20 |
| Palladium | $1,415.24 |
| Gold | |
|---|---|
| Price per ounce | $4,152.52 |
| Silver | |
| Price per ounce | $52.28 |
| Platinum | |
| Price per ounce | $1,561.20 |
| Palladium | |
| Price per ounce | $1,415.24 |
Gold remains the benchmark metal, while platinum and palladium exhibit volatility patterns similar to silver due to smaller market caps. Gold’s larger market makes it comparatively stable.
The takeaway
With economic volatility persistent in the current market, precious metals deserve at least a quick look. Silver’s 2025 performance has outshined gold’s, and many experts forecast the likelihood of seeing further upside, potentially pushing silver to record levels.
Silver’s lower entry cost compared with gold also makes it an accessible hedge. Whether through physical bullion, ETFs, or mining stocks, you can position yourself to benefit from anticipated silver demand.
Frequently asked questions
What percentage of my portfolio should I allocate to silver?
Many advisors suggest allocating no more than between 10% and 15% to silver, keeping total precious metal holdings under 20%.
Can silver be held in an IRA?
Yes—IRA-eligible silver coins and bars (99.9% pure) stored with an IRS-approved custodian qualify. Coins with lower silver content, such as pre-1965 U.S. coins that often have around 90% purity and are known as constitutional silver, aren’t permitted. But of course, silver coins and jewelry that doesn’t hit the 99.9% purity level can still be collected or worn outside of retirement accounts.
What’s driving silver prices in 2025?
Silver’s ascent this year reflects tight supplies and robust demand from both industrial users and investors.