Mexico and Peru Report Significant Silver Mining Output Amid Market Shifts
What happened
Mexico and Peru reported significant silver mining output, with Mexico mining 172.9 million ounces and Peru mining 130 million ounces in 2025. On November 2, 2026, silver's last verified spot close was US$50.63. Meanwhile, gold fell 0.65% to US$3,922 on November 3, 2026, as the US 10-year Treasury yield rose 7 basis points to 4.97% and the US dollar index gained 0.14% to 101.89.
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Why it matters
Mexico and Peru dominate global silver production. The recent rise in US Treasury yields and the strengthening US dollar make non-interest-bearing metals less attractive to buyers using other currencies. This market pressure could affect national export revenue and fiscal policy in Peru, where Elmer Cuba serves as the Economy and Finance Minister.
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Who's involved
- PeruSovereign state in South America and major silver producer
- Mexico CityCapital and largest city of Mexico and major silver producer
- Elmer CubaEconomy and Finance Minister of Peru
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The entities involved
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Peru
sovereign state in South America
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Mexico City
capital and largest city of Mexico
Related events
- First Andes Silver Ltd. is exploring mineral properties in Peru.
- Grupo México is developing the Tía María copper mine in southern Peru.
- Silver production in both Peru and Argentina has declined in October 2026 compared to the previous year.
- Kuya Silver Corporation operates a silver mine in Peru, with David Stein serving as its CEO.
- Peru is a major producer of copper and gold, supplying to the global market, with China being the largest buyer of Peruvian copper.