Every week we provide insights into popular assets and hot questions, so you can easily learn more about the investment market in bite‑sized pieces.
In this edition of Markets in Focus, we take a closer look at Silver - what it is, why it’s historically important, and why many traders choose to trade it via CFDs.
What Is Silver
Silver is a precious metal used in everything from jewelry and coins to electronics and solar panels. Thanks to its excellent electrical conductivity, it’s also heavily used in industrial applications. Beyond its practical uses, silver holds cultural and historical significance in many societies.
A Brief History of Silver Trading
Silver has been mined for thousands of years - its use dates back to ancient civilizations like Babylon, Greece, and Rome. Over time, silver was used as currency (e.g., silver coins) in various empires.
In the United States, silver dollars were minted from 1794 and remained in circulation for decades before the dollar’s value began to be tied more closely to gold.
Recent Price Trends
- Silver is currently trading around $50.92 per troy ounce, according to latest data.
- In November 2025, prices have ranged around $50–$51/oz.
- Analysts and banks are increasingly bullish: for instance, HSBC raised its silver forecast for 2025 to an average of $35.14/oz, citing safe‑haven demand and supply constraints.
Why Trade Silver via CFDs?
Trading Silver CFDs (Contracts for Difference) is a popular way to gain exposure to silver’s price movements without holding the physical metal. Here’s why many choose this route:
- Leverage
- You can trade silver with up to 10× leverage, which allows for larger positions with a smaller capital outlay — but be mindful: leverage also magnifies risk.
- Short Selling
- With CFDs, you can easily go short (sell) on silver. That means you can potentially profit when silver’s price falls — a useful strategy during uncertain or bearish markets.
- Liquidity
- Silver CFDs are typically quite liquid, offering the ability to trade in real time and adapt your position to whatever strategy or time horizon you have.
Trade Silver at Change
- Use the Change App to trade silver CFDs.
- You can trade Silver with up to 10× leverage.
- Trading hours: Sunday 22:00 – Friday 21:00 (with a daily break from 21:00–22:00).
Until next week - trade smart, trade silver wisely!
