Silver Is Up 160% in One Year -- Here Are The 3 Best ETFs to Ride the Next Wave

By Matt Frankel, CFP – Mar 9, 2026 at 6:41AM ESTThe S&P 500 has gained 17% over the past year, and gold has dramatically outperformed it, up by more than 70%. However, silver has been the real story, with the "other" precious metal up by nearly 160%. In this video, I discuss why it has performed so well and 3 top ETFs to consider if you want silver exposure in your portfolio. *Stock prices used were the morning prices of March 4, 2026. The video was published on March 5, 2026. Read NextMar 3, 2026 •By David Jagielski, CPAIs Silver Heading Back to Over $100?Feb 18, 2026 •By Will EbiefungSilver Is Crashing: 3 Reasons to Sell Right NowFeb 16, 2026 •By Anthony Di PizioCan Silver Reach $200 in 2026?

The Answer Might Shock You.Feb 14, 2026 •By Adé HennisSLV vs. SGDM: More Direct Silver Exposure or Investing in Gold Mining?Feb 14, 2026 •By Adé HennisAAAU & SLV: Two Precious Metal ETFs That Can Add Some Shine to Your PortfolioFeb 10, 2026 •By Jake LerchPrecious Metals ETFs: IAU Has Lower Costs, But SLV Has Delivered Greater ReturnsAbout the AuthorMatt Frankel, CFP, is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst and personal finance expert covering financial stocks, REITs, SPACs, and personal finance. Prior to The Motley Fool, Matt taught high school and college mathematics. He holds a bachelor’s degree in physics from the University of South Carolina, a master’s degree in mathematics from Nova Southeastern University, and a graduate certificate in financial planning from Florida State University. He won a SABEW award for coverage of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. He is also regularly interviewed by Cheddar, The National Desk, and other TV networks and publications for his financial, stock market, and investing expertise.TMFMattFrankelX@MattFrankelCFPStocks MentionediShares Silver TrustNYSEMKT: SLV$75.94(+2.25%)+$1.67Global X Funds - Global X Silver Miners ETFNYSEMKT: SIL$101.23(-1.13%)-$1.16Abrdn Precious Metals Basket ETF - Abrdn Physical Precious Metals Basket Shares ETFNYSEMKT: GLTR$241.71(+1.64%)+$3.91*Average returns of all recommendations since inception. Cost basis and return based on previous market day close.