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Aberdeen is known for offering specialized ETFs that focus on physical commodities and closed-end fund strategies rather than traditional equity or bond portfolios. Their lineup of 10 ETFs emphasizes exposure to precious metals through products like PPLT (platinum), SGOL (gold), and SIVR (silver), as well as commodity-based and closed-end fund investments. This niche positioning makes Aberdeen a provider for investors seeking direct commodity exposure and alternative income strategies outside conventional dividend equity funds.
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iShares is one of the largest ETF providers globally, known for offering a broad, diversified lineup of exchange-traded funds across multiple asset classes and investment strategies. The company operates 215 funds spanning 15 distinct families, including popular offerings in dividend income, covered call strategies, bonds, equities, ESG-focused investments, and factor-based approaches, with widely-held tickers like AGG (bond), ACWI (global equity), and AOA (allocation). iShares is characterized by its comprehensive fund ecosystem that serves both core portfolio holdings and specialized investment strategies, making it a prominent player for investors seeking both traditional and alternative income-generating ETF solutions.
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Reflect the performance of the price of silver bullion less trust expenses.
Asset class
Commodity
Commodity
Inception date
07/24/2009
04/21/2006
Beta
1.26
1.26
Bottom lineSIVR and SLV are nearly interchangeable — both offer very similar commodities exposure with very similar cost and risk. The clearest tie-breaker is cost: SIVR is cheaper at 0.30% vs 0.50%.
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Total returns
SIVR has outpaced SLV over the trailing twelve months, posting a 53.76% total return against 53.54%. The lead holds up over 10 years too: SIVR has compounded at 10.84% a year, against 10.61% for SLV. Figures are total returns: price change plus every distribution reinvested.
Total return with all distributions reinvested on the ex-dividend date, split-adjusted, as of July 14, 2026. YTD and 1Y are cumulative; longer windows are annualized. “Since Jul 2009” measures every fund from July 24, 2009 — the youngest fund's first trading day — so all funds share one comparison window. Volatility is the annualized standard deviation of daily total returns over the trailing 3 years. Sharpe and Sortino divide the annualized return in excess of the risk-free rate by, respectively, that volatility and the downside deviation (both over the trailing 3 years) — higher is better. Max drawdown is the largest peak-to-trough total-return decline over the same window — shallower is better.
Quick verdict
SIVR (abrdn Physical Silver Shares ETF) and SLV (iShares Silver Trust) are both ETFs, but they take different approaches.
SIVR is cheaper with an expense ratio of 0.30% compared to 0.50%.
SLV is the larger fund by assets ($35.1B), which generally means tighter spreads and better liquidity.
Deep dive
Yield & income
On a $10,000 investment, SIVR has no reported distribution yield yet, so a monthly income estimate is not available, while SLV has no reported distribution yield yet, so a monthly income estimate is not available, at current distribution rates.
SIVR yield0.00%
SLV yield0.00%
Cost & efficiency
Over 10 years on $10,000, SIVR would cost approximately $300 in fees vs $500 for SLV (simplified, not compounded). The $200.00 difference may be offset by yield or performance.
SIVR ER0.30%
SLV ER0.50%
Strategy & risk
SIVR is an ETF, while SLV tracks Silver bullion spot price with a metals approach.
SIVR beta1.26
SLV beta1.26
Fund details
SIVR is managed by Aberdeen (launched 07/24/2009) with $5.01B in assets. SLV is managed by iShares (launched 04/21/2006) with $35.1B in assets.
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Frequently asked questions
Which of SIVR or SLV pays more dividend income?
SLV currently reports a distribution yield, while SIVR has not yet established a full distribution history. A direct income comparison is not yet meaningful — check back once both funds have published several consecutive distributions.
What is the difference between SIVR and SLV?
SIVR (abrdn Physical Silver Shares ETF) is an ETF, while SLV (iShares Silver Trust) tracks Silver bullion spot price with a metals approach. They are issued by Aberdeen and iShares respectively.
Can I hold both SIVR and SLV?
Yes — nothing prevents holding both. Whether the combination actually diversifies depends on how much the underlying exposures overlap, which isn't fully measurable from the data on this page; review each security's holdings, sector, and strategy before treating them as complementary.
Which has lower fees, SIVR or SLV?
SIVR has an expense ratio of 0.30% while SLV charges 0.50%. Lower fees mean more of your investment returns stay in your pocket over time.
How much income does $10,000 in SIVR vs SLV generate?
At current rates, SIVR has not established a distribution history yet, so a monthly income estimate is not available. SLV has not established a distribution history yet, so a monthly income estimate is not available.
Which has performed better historically, SIVR or SLV?
SIVR has outpaced SLV over the trailing twelve months, posting a 53.76% total return against 53.54%. The lead holds up over 10 years too: SIVR has compounded at 10.84% a year, against 10.61% for SLV. Figures are total returns: price change plus every distribution reinvested. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
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