Gold & Silver Rally May Reignite Interest In Mining Stocks
For years, some investors have seemed to fixate on mega-cap tech stocks, viewing many of these companies as among the most compelling ways to play the market. However, the rally in precious metals, which began in the latter half of 2025, serves as a reminder that advisors and investors need to understand that the best market opportunities may lie outside the traditional equity spectrum.
Recently, Edward Coyne, Sprott Senior Managing Partner, Global Sales, sat down with Jimmy Connor of Bloor Street Capital to break down how 2025’s gold and silver rally is prompting investors to discover new opportunities in the mining space.
“What’s been interesting is that investors understand the value of gold from a diversification standpoint,” Coyne noted. “Still, they are just now starting to wake up to the opportunity in the mining stocks as well, so we’re excited about that. In silver, we’re seeing the same thing happen. Silver has long lived in the shadow of gold, but it is now emerging as a more critical material.”
When asked if he believes there is more upside to come for both gold and silver, Coyne said yes — not just from market performance, but from investor interest as a whole. He noted that there is still plenty of education needed to help investors understand what miner exposure can bring to a portfolio.
Looking at mining stocks in particular, Coyne noted that many companies are now offering very attractive margins. Margins aren’t all, either: Coyne asserted that mining stocks can also provide compelling debt-to-equity ratios, with yields stronger than those of the S&P 500.
Engage with Both Gold & Silver Mining Companies With GBUG
Advisors and investors interested in increasing their exposure to gold and silver mining stocks may do so through a fund such as the Sprott Active Gold & Silver Miners ETF (GBUG). GBUG is an actively managed fund from the Sprott team that provides a blend of exposure to both gold and silver miners.
Given how gold and silver are continuing to do well, this Fund lets one access both categories of miners in a single ticker. By doing so, the Fund offers a more diversified, flexible approach to tapping miner momentum.
The conversation between Coyne and Connor covered other aspects of the mining industry and a range of different topics. For those interested in viewing the entire interview, check out the video below:
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