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$100-$150 per ounce: This is a common range cited for a moderate-to-severe squeeze, driven by industrial demand (e.g., solar, EVs, AI/data centers) outpacing mine supply, which has declined to ~835 million ounces in 2025 from a 2016 peak. Geopolitical tensions, currency debasement, and ETF inflows could amplify this, with some forecasts seeing $150+ if supply shocks materialize.
$200+ per ounce: More bullish scenarios, envision this by early 2026 if the squeeze mirrors historical rallies (e.g., 431% surge from 2008-2011) or if paper-physical decoupling worsens—physical silver already traded at $130 premiums in markets like Japan, UAE, Shanghai, and India as of early January 2026, while COMEX lagged at $72.
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