Silver delivered a whopping 144% return last year, and its momentum flowed into 2026, culminating in a record high of over $120 per ounce on Jan. 30. Some investors treat silver like gold, as a store of value, which they buy during times of heightened political and economic uncertainty. However, silver also has vast industrial uses that soak up a significant amount of supply each year. Many investors choose to own the iShares Silver Trust (NYSEMKT: SLV) as an alternative to physical metal. It's an exchan ...