Fascinating article—Baker makes a compelling case for a structural shift in silver’s role from a forgotten metal to a strategic asset. If silver demand is accelerating but mine development takes 15–30 years, what kind of short- to mid-term strategies are mining companies realistically pursuing to bridge that gap without overextending capital?
Great point, glad you enjoyed the article! In the short- to mid-term, most miners are focused on squeezing more out of existing operations, small expansions, and partnerships rather than taking big risks on new projects. It’s really tough to bridge that gap quickly without overspending, which is part of why silver’s supply situation looks so tight right now. Thanks for the smart question!
Fascinating article—Baker makes a compelling case for a structural shift in silver’s role from a forgotten metal to a strategic asset. If silver demand is accelerating but mine development takes 15–30 years, what kind of short- to mid-term strategies are mining companies realistically pursuing to bridge that gap without overextending capital?
Great point, glad you enjoyed the article! In the short- to mid-term, most miners are focused on squeezing more out of existing operations, small expansions, and partnerships rather than taking big risks on new projects. It’s really tough to bridge that gap quickly without overspending, which is part of why silver’s supply situation looks so tight right now. Thanks for the smart question!