Investors eye SILJ stock price ahead of key earnings reports in the mining sector. Strong operational results may boost confidence despite recent volatility in precious metals. The Solactive Junior Gold Miners Custom Factors Index aims to track the performance of small-capitalization gold companies whose stocks are listed on regulated exchanges. The fund charges 50 bps in fees and yields 3.81% annually. Silver soared to its highest level in more than a decade, topping $35.90 per ounce — a level not seen since February 2012. The rally comes amid a weakening U.S. dollar, heightened global trade uncertainty and rising interest in precious metals as geopolitical and economic hedges. Silver has risen 24% so far this year. At present, SILJ stock price is trading slightly above its quarterly average of $10.