This infographic, part one in our 2014 Gold Series, introduces the yellow metal and tells the story of how it became the most sought after metal on earth.

...It’s not unreasonable that gold and silver (along with platinum) are often lumped together in the precious metal basket...but it’s important to distinguish between silver and gold rather than assume that the two metals are interchangeable. Words: 385

Here are 6 rules for buying and selling gold, silver and gold palladium the right way. [You'll] not only get the best-possible prices but also [know] how to feel good about the quality of your purchase!

Let's take a look at some companies whose shares would make a great gift for your kids to not only help them learn about investing, but also get them excited about money and business in general.

Gen Xers face significant fears and challenges – often beyond those of Millennials and Baby Boomers – when it comes to retirement according to a recently released survey* from asset management firm Schroders.

Whether it’s pirated software, poison-infused baby formula, cancer-causing drywall, luxury purses, or fake medicines, if you need a knock-off, China has traditionally been the go-to country, with a counterfeiter always willing to oblige. Now, with precious metals prices on the cusp of possibly the biggest price explosion in centuries, fake gold and silver products are becoming a booming industry. Here are some safeguards to protect yourself from getting duped. Words: 1124

Today's graphic ranks government debt by country for advanced economies, using their gross debt-to-GDP ratio.

Would you like to have an investment in Bitcoin if only you could find an easier way to do so? If so, why not consider buying one of the Bitcoin ETFs that track the price action of the digital token through managed futures contracts? Interested in learning more? If so, read on.

We've put together a list of all 26 analysts who have provided specific forecasts for the price of silver by the end of 2023. Surprisingly, compared to the 7 analysts who forecast specific targets for gold by the end of 2023 (see here), the vast majority (73%) of the silver analysts have already seen their forecasts exceeded, with the distinct possibility that that percentage could rise to 92% by year end.

The average professional athlete in the U.S. will make more in one season than most of us earn in our entire lives yet, despite those staggering salaries, 78% of NFL players, 60% of NBA players and a very large percentage of MLB players file for bankruptcy within five years of retirement. Let's take a look at 5 possible reasons why the average athlete is destined to go (quickly) from fame to shame.