iShares Silver Trust SLV
iShares Silver Trust Price Chart
SLV Key Statistics
SLV — bull case vs bear case
- A 0.50% expense ratio is a recurring annual cost that compounds against returns versus the cheapest index funds.
- Commodity funds pay no dividend and can move sharply with supply, demand and the dollar.
- All ETFs carry market risk — the price can fall, and past performance does not predict future results.
- A large, established fund ($35.61B AUM) means deep liquidity and tight bid-ask spreads.
- Trades all day like a stock, with transparent holdings and no minimum investment.
About iShares Silver Trust
The Trust seeks to reflect such performance before payment of the Trust's expenses and liabilities. It is not actively managed. The Trust does not engage in any activities designed to obtain a profit from, or to ameliorate losses caused by, changes in the price of silver.
This page tracks SLV's live price, holdings, expense ratio and returns, refreshed daily. For how we source market data, see our methodology.
SLV ETF FAQ
What does SLV hold?
iShares Silver Trust (SLV) holds a diversified basket tracking its target index. See the holdings and sector breakdown above.
What is the SLV expense ratio?
The iShares Silver Trust expense ratio is 0.50% per year — that is about $50.00 annually on a $10,000 investment.
Is SLV a good investment?
Whether SLV suits you depends on your goals, time horizon and risk tolerance. Weigh the bull case and bear case above, the cost, and how it fits your overall portfolio. Nothing here is financial advice.
Does SLV pay dividends?
iShares Silver Trust may distribute any income its holdings generate; check the issuer page for the latest distribution yield.
What index does SLV track?
iShares Silver Trust is a commodity ETF from iShares. Its objective and benchmark index are detailed in the fund prospectus on the issuer's site.
ETF data is for information only and may be delayed. Nothing here is investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell SLV. Markets are volatile and investing carries risk — always do your own research and read the fund prospectus.