The silver mining market is projected to reach USD 43.2 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 8.88% during the forecast period. Rising demand for silver in various industries, including electronics, jewelry, and photography, is driving market growth. Additionally, increasing investment in renewable energy sources, particularly solar photovoltaic systems, is expected to boost demand for silver, as it is a key component in these systems. Furthermore, the growing demand for silver from emerging economies, such as China and India, is contributing to market expansion.
Recent news developments include the announcement by Hecla Mining Company of a new silver discovery at its Keno Hill Mine in Canada, which is expected to extend the mine's life and increase its production capacity. First Majestic Silver Corp. also announced a significant increase in silver production at its San Dimas mine in Mexico, indicating a positive outlook for the silver mining industry.
In July 2024, Fortuna updated its outlook for the production of silver from its flagship Mines in Peru and Argentina by forecasting growth of 15%. The company cited an excess of extraction technology and improved operations as the reasons for this increase.
In June 2024, First Majestic reached a strategic alliance with a Mexican company producing solar panels. The goal of this cooperation is the improvement of the concentration of silver in photovoltaic cells’ materials, caused by the constant increase of demand for solar energy.
In August 2024, Pan American completed the acquisition of a number of high-quality silver deposits in Bolivia. The objective of these acquisitions is to increase their silver reserves and improve their annual output by 10% within a time span of two years.
In October 2024, Hecla Mining announced a Christmas celebration in October for increased production at the Greens Creek mine in Alaska. Technology improvements adapted to the site allowed for over 20% more yield than the year before.
In April 2024, Silvercorp expanded the size of its mine in the country after carrying out exploratory drilling works in China’s Ying Mining District, where they identified new silver ores. This coating could considerably increase the life of the mine.
In May 2024, Endeavour signed a memorandum of understanding with a Canadian electric vehicle manufacturer to supply sustainably sourced silver to electric vehicle components. This is part of the trend in the industry towards participants becoming environmental stewards.
In March 2024, Coeur said it plans to invest $25 million to modernize its Rochester mine in Nevada. This upgrade is likely to improve operational efficiency and reduce environmental footprint.
In September 2024, MAG Silver announced the report on its Juanicipio mine in Mexico being in full production mode. The project is a joint venture with Fresnillo, which is expected to yield a positive cash flow in the next financial year.