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The S&P 500 was up about 17% in 2025, but has traded essentially flat so far in 2026, as investors wonder whether a prolonged rally may be about to give way to a major selloff—or whether a potentially overhyped AI market may collapse. For pessimists, one approach may be to focus on more stable stocks, including dividend payers, that can withstand potential upcoming volatility.

ProShares UltraShort Silver (NYSEARCA:ZSL)'s stock is going to reverse split on the morning of Thursday, February 26th. The 1-10 reverse split was recently announced. The number of shares owned by shareholders will be adjusted after the closing bell on Wednesday, February 25th. ProShares UltraShort Silver Price Performance Shares of ZSL opened at

When silver surged past $115 per ounce in late January, ETF inflows data shows a significant shift in positioning. ProShares UltraSHORT Silver (NYSEARCA:ZSL) saw $327 million in inflows over two weeks, a striking vote of no confidence in the precious metal's rally. But inverse leveraged products cut both ways. The cost of betting against silver's... Investors Bought $327 Million of a Fund Losing 92% Per Year.

Throughout most of 2025, silver has recently outperformed gold, proving (ironically) that it is not always second place. Strength in silver built gradually through last year, but the latest pullbacks are a reminder that near-term market reactions can outweigh fundamentals and long-term investor sentiment.

Spot silver prices have outshined gold lately, and analysts think the rally will continue until it looks more 'expensive' than the yellow precious metal.