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Sprott Physical Silver (PSLV)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/01/2025: PSLV (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $
1 Year Target Price $
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 4.41% | Avg. Invested days 39 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/01/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 6.40B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 4 | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio 4 | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.8 | 52 Weeks Range 9.12 - 12.58 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 9.12 - 12.58 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.02 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) - |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) - | Return on Equity (TTM) - |
Valuation
Trailing PE 4 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value - | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.09 |
Enterprise Value - | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.09 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.09 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -7.68 | Shares Outstanding 526905984 | Shares Floating - |
Shares Outstanding 526905984 | Shares Floating - | ||
Percent Insiders - | Percent Institutions 24.68 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating - | Target Price - | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Sprott Physical Silver
Company Overview
History and Background
Sprott Physical Silver Trust (PSLV) was established to invest and hold substantially all of its assets in physical silver bullion. It aims to provide a secure, convenient, and exchange-traded investment alternative for investors who want direct exposure to silver.
Core Business Areas
- Silver Bullion Investment: The Trust's primary business is to invest in and hold physical silver bullion. It does not speculate with regard to short-term changes in silver prices.
Leadership and Structure
Sprott Asset Management LP is the manager of the Sprott Physical Silver Trust. Senior management includes executives from Sprott Inc.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- PSLV Units: The Sprott Physical Silver Trust's primary offering is its units (PSLV), which trade on the NYSE Arca and TSX. Each unit represents a fractional undivided beneficial interest in the Trustu2019s physical silver bullion held in custody. Competitors include other silver ETFs such as SLV, ZSL, and SIVR.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The silver investment market is driven by factors such as industrial demand, investor sentiment, inflation expectations, and monetary policy. Silver is viewed as both a precious metal and an industrial metal.
Positioning
Sprott Physical Silver Trust is positioned as a safe and direct way to invest in physical silver. Its competitive advantage is its commitment to holding 100% of its assets in physical silver bullion, stored in secure vaults.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global silver market is estimated at over $28 billion. PSLV is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM from investors seeking physical silver exposure.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Direct exposure to physical silver
- Secure storage of silver bullion
- Transparent and auditable holdings
- Lower expense ratio than some competitors
Weaknesses
- Fluctuations in silver prices
- Management fees
- Potential for tracking error
Opportunities
- Increased investor demand for precious metals
- Growing industrial use of silver
- Expansion of the Trust's asset base
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Negative investor sentiment toward silver
- Increased competition from other silver ETFs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SLV
- SIVR
- ZSL
Competitive Landscape
PSLV competes with other silver ETFs and investment vehicles. Its advantage lies in its commitment to holding physical silver and its lower expense ratio compared to some competitors. However, it is smaller than SLV, which has higher liquidity.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is dependent on the price of silver and the ability to attract new investment into the trust.
Future Projections: Future growth will depend on investor demand for silver as a store of value and industrial metal. Projections vary depending on market conditions and analyst expectations.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include marketing efforts to increase awareness of the Trust and its benefits.
Summary
Sprott Physical Silver Trust offers direct exposure to physical silver and is considered a secure investment option for those seeking precious metal exposure. However, its returns are tied to the volatile price of silver and it faces competition from larger, more liquid ETFs. The trust benefits from the growing industrial and investment demand for silver but is susceptible to market fluctuations and economic downturns. Careful management and strategic initiatives will be crucial to its continued success.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Sprott Asset Management LP Website
- SEC Filings
- Various financial news sources
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market share estimates are approximate and subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Sprott Physical Silver
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters Toronto, ON, Canada | ||
IPO Launch date 2010-10-29 | CEO, Co-Chief Investment Officer & Senior Portfolio Manager Mr. John Noble-George Wilson | ||
Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | |
Full time employees - | |||
Sprott Physical Silver Trust is an exchange traded commodity launched and managed by Sprott Asset Management LP. The fund invests in the commodity markets. It primarily invests in physical silver bullion in London Good Delivery bar form. Sprott Physical Silver Trust was formed on June 30, 2010 and is domiciled in Canada.
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