Gold is up a little, Silver is up a lot. That has been the case for the past year. Gold is up about 71% Silver is up about 180% Why the massive difference? It is more than just monetary reasons, "geopolitical tensions", or "assault on the Fed" ... those are the current headlines today. There is an actual supply shortage of silver. 1) Global mine production 820 million oz 2) Recycling 190 million oz 3) Total demand is 1.2 billion oz There have been deficits in supply for 5 years now. The above ground reserves of silver are being used up. The price needs to rise until there is demand destruction. There are some studies I have read which indicate solar panel manufacturers have real issues around $135 oz silver prices.(Wall Street Mav)