Silver falls again: are Fed rate fears about to hit prices harder?

Silver extended its decline for a third consecutive session on Monday, with XAG/USD trading around $74.20 per troy ounce during Asian hours. Investors reacted to India's surprise restrictions on silver imports, rising expectations of another Federal Reserve rate hike and weaker investment demand projections from UBS.

Invezz • May 18, 2026

U.S. Gold to join VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF after quarterly rebalancing

U.S. Gold Corp (NASDAQ:USAU) announced that it is set to join the VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ) following the fund's latest quarterly rebalance, the company said Wednesday.

Proactive Investors • Mar 18, 2026

IAUI + GDXJ: The Ideal Barbell Strategy For Maximum Returns As Gold Eyes $6,000

I expect gold to reach $6,000/oz by mid-2026, driven by shifting macro factors and central bank accumulation. Combining IAUI and GDXJ offers both high yield (~7%) and leveraged exposure to gold price growth. A 50/50 IAUI+GDXJ portfolio achieved a 46.65% 6-month return, outperforming spot gold and balancing yield with capital appreciation.

Seeking Alpha • Mar 6, 2026

Gold And Silver Miners Are Printing Money

Rising gold and silver prices in 2025–2026 have driven a step-change in mining company profits and cash flow. Amplify Junior Silver Miners ETF returned 184.02% in 2025, far outpacing spot metals prices. Miners' net profit margins now rival tech giants, with cash flows accelerating—Newmont Mining's free cash flow rose 150% year-over-year.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 23, 2026

Gold And Its Miners: The Structural Bull Market Isn't Over

Gold and gold mining ETFs remain a 'buy' as structural drivers—central bank buying, de-dollarization, and fiscal deficits—support sustained high gold prices. Miners like Agnico Eagle, Newmont, and Kinross are generating record free cash flow, strengthening balance sheets, and increasing shareholder returns. Despite a 65% gold rally in 2025, miners still trade at valuations assuming lower gold prices, presenting a valuation gap and further upside potential.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 24, 2026

GDXJ: Gold Miners Are Making Massive Profits, With Prospects Of Strong Returns In 2026

GDXJ: Gold Miners Are Making Massive Profits, With Prospects Of Strong Returns In 2026

Seeking Alpha • Jan 30, 2026

Top & Flop ETF Areas of 2025 (Revised)

Silver, gold & platinum ETFs (SLVP, SILJ, GOEX) crushed it in 2025, while MEME & VIXY lagged.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 4, 2026

Top & Flop ETF Areas of 2025

Silver, gold & platinum ETFs (SLVP, SILJ, GOEX) crushed it in 2025, while MSOS, MEME & VIXY lagged amid policy, hype & calm markets.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 30, 2025

GDXJ: Gold Miners Hit The Jackpot; Ride The Trend, Beware The End

VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF is rated Hold due to elevated prices and potential for sharp corrections despite strong recent momentum. Central bank gold accumulation, especially by China and Russia, alongside declining USD value, has driven gold to record highs and boosted GDXJ returns. Lower interest rates and persistent geopolitical tensions support further upside for GDXJ into early 2026, but caution is warranted as momentum can reverse quickly.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 26, 2025

Gold Mining ETF (GDXJ) Hits New 52-Week High

GDXJ just broke to a new 52-week high as as gold demand surges on Fed rate-cut expectations, central bank buying and economic uncertainties.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 23, 2025