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The estimated global production of silver in 2025 amounted to * metric tons. The worldwide production of this precious metal has increased compared to 2005. Humans have been mining and processing silver since antiquity. 

Where in the world does silver come from?

The three leading silver producing countries worldwide are Mexico, China, and Peru. In 2025, Mexico produced metric tons worth of silver, while production in China and Peru stood at and metric tons that year, respectively. 

Who produces the most silver?

Fresnillo plc was the leading global silver mining company in 2025. The Mexico-based company produced over 47 million ounces of silver that year. Their operational headquarters are in Mexico City, while their corporate headquarters are situated in London. Also in that year, the revenue generated by Fresnillo, reached a record high of **** billion U.S. dollars. The second-largest silver mining company in the world was KGHM Polska Miedz S.A., a Polish based mining company.