Silver Price Today on October 12, 2026
As of October 12, 2026, the spot price of silver is $60.26 per ounce, marking a 0.90% decline from the previous close. The metal has seen a 20.32% increase over the past year despite recent short-term volatility.
Why it matters
Silver prices serve as a key indicator for industrial demand and investor sentiment regarding inflation and global economic stability.
Hear this story How much is silver per ounce today? As of Oct. 12, 2026, at 12:05 p.m. ET, the spot price of silver was $60.26 per ounce, according to the latest market data. That's down 0.90%, a decline of $0.55 from the previous close of $60.81.
One year ago, silver traded at $50.09 per ounce, meaning prices have risen 20.32% over the past 12 months.
Silver is trading 48.66% below its 52-week high. It remains 28.74% above its 52-week low.
A week ago, silver traded at $60.85 per ounce. Prices are down 0.96% since then.
A month ago, silver traded at $64.49 per ounce. Prices are down 6.56% since then.
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