New Delhi, April 19 -- An average 30% returns by gold in the last five years from one Akshaya Tritiya to the next, undoubtedly makes it a compelling investment. But analysts believe the time might be right to add silver to the portfolio mix for better returns.

What strengthens silver's case is the massive 165% rise since the last Akshaya Tritiya on 30 April 2025. It far outweighed the 63% rise seen in the gold prices, making analysts believe that investors can look beyond gold and consider silver as a strategic addition on the auspicious day, which falls on 19 April this year.

The white metal has a dual role as both a precious and industrial metal; silver offers higher beta potential, particularly if industrial demand strengthens alongs...