Silver to outperform gold in 2016

While subdued industrial demand has been one of the main reasons behind the weakness in silver prices over the last few years, 2016 could be the turning point. Indeed, a recovery in the global electronics sector should boost silver usage for industrial applications, helping to underpin our positive view on prices.

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