Silver Investment Blog
In-depth articles on silver prices, market analysis, investment strategies, and buying guides written for UK investors and precious metal enthusiasts.
Market Analysis
Silver Price Forecast 2026: What UK Investors Should Know
An in-depth look at where silver prices are headed in 2026, covering analyst predictions, industrial demand trends, and key factors for British investors.
Buying Guide
How to Buy Silver in the UK: A Complete Beginner's Guide
Everything you need to know about purchasing silver in Britain, from choosing between bullion dealers, ETFs, and mining stocks to understanding VAT.
Investment
Silver vs Gold: Which Precious Metal Should You Invest In?
A detailed comparison of silver and gold as investments, examining volatility, industrial demand, storage costs, tax treatment, and historical returns.
Tax & Legal
Understanding Silver VAT in the UK: The Complete Tax Guide
A comprehensive guide to VAT on silver purchases in the United Kingdom, including CGT implications, exemptions, and legal strategies to reduce your tax burden.
History
The History of Silver Prices: 50 Years of Highs, Lows and Lessons
From the Hunt brothers' squeeze in 1980 to the post-pandemic surge, explore five decades of silver price movements and the lessons they hold for today's investors.
Market Analysis
Industrial Silver Demand: How Technology Is Driving Prices Higher
Discover how solar panels, 5G networks, electric vehicles, and medical devices are creating unprecedented demand for silver and what it means for prices.
Investment
Silver ETFs vs Physical Silver: Which Is Better for UK Investors?
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of silver exchange-traded funds versus owning physical bullion, including VAT, storage, liquidity, and tax considerations.
Currency
How the GBP/USD Exchange Rate Affects Silver Prices in Britain
Understand why currency movements matter as much as the spot price when you buy silver in the UK, and how to factor the pound-dollar rate into your decisions.
Buying Guide
Silver Coins vs Silver Bars: Which Should You Buy in the UK?
A practical comparison of silver coins and silver bars for UK buyers, covering premiums, liquidity, legal tender status, Britannia coins, and resale value.
Strategy
The Gold-to-Silver Ratio Explained: A Key Indicator for Precious Metal Investors
Learn what the gold-to-silver ratio is, how it has moved historically, and how seasoned investors use it to time their precious metal purchases.