economy
Current price of silver as of Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026
At 6:45 a.m. Eastern Time on August 18, 2026, silver stood at $65.12 per ounce. That marks a 36-cent decrease from this time yesterday and more than a $27 rise compared with one year ago.
TL;DR
- Silver's price on August 18, 2026, was $65.12 per ounce, a substantial increase from a year ago.
- Silver is considered a 'store of value' that can preserve purchasing power, especially during inflationary periods.
- While more volatile than gold due to industrial uses, silver offers an accessible investment option.
- Investment options include physical bullion, coins, jewelry, mining stocks, and silver ETFs.
- Key terms include 'spot silver' (instant buy/sell rate), 'ask price' (purchase price), and 'bid price' (selling price).