The Prospector Podcast’s Michael Fox dives into the silver market with Michael DiRienzo, President of the Silver Institute, as he reveals the organization’s evolution since 1971, its 33-34 global members, and the upcoming World Silver Survey release on April 15th in New York City, followed by events in Mexico City and India. Discover why silver shattered the $50 barrier after 45 years and hit $100 in under 3 months, now trading around $80/oz amid volatility and bullish forecasts from JP Morgan and Bank of America. Explore surging demand in solar panels, nuclear, wind energy, EVs, and critical military tech—boosted by U.S. critical metals status streamlining mining permits—while supply faces deficits from cartel violence in Mexico, issues in Peru and China, and geopolitical risks. DiRienzo debunks misinformation on solid-state batteries and highlights structural shortages persisting for six years. Don’t miss these expert insights on silver’s investment boom!

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