We just needed one major negative catalyst to bring the markets down and we got that in the Brexit. Obviously with the process for the UK to exit the EU possibly taking over two years of negotiating to actually happen, this will be a constant weight on the markets in Europe and on U.S. multinationals doing business there. Those who are in a high percentage of cash right now will be shooting fish in a barrel when this all gets played out.

If gold does take continued strength on Brexit and other global uncertainties, the lack of future supply is going to be an issue coming squarely into focus and — like we saw during the last gold boom of 2006 to 2008 — gold exploration properties will suddenly be a hot commodity.

Understanding palladium is more important than ever, because there are important correlations between the palladium/gold ratio and stock market prices and, currently, the ratio of palladium/gold ratio is giving warning signals for both the economy and the stock markets.

Last Friday investors had the opportunity to see what happens when markets get surprised as markets around the world plummeted and risk-off was the name of the game as gold and bonds rose. This article analyzes what Brexit means for gold from both a bullish and a bearish perspective and concludes with our recommended course of action.

The average YTD total return through July 1, 2016, of the ten 2016 Dogs of the Dow equals 15.4%...compared to the Dow SPDR (NYSEARCA:DIA) and S&P 500 SPDR (NYSEARCA:SPY) returns of 4.4% and 4.0%, respectively.

I do not believe that the market will pivot higher and resume its uptrend on Monday; it could be weeks until the market develops a sustained uptrend. However, I believe that the post-Brexit decline represents a fantastic buying opportunity. Here’s why.

A paper currency doesn’t measure anything. It merely has an arbitrary value placed upon it by the population using it. It’s not backed by anything and it can fail at any time. A more accurate measurement would be to measure fiat currencies in gold. That being the case, what will the price of gold be in 5 years’ time?

The U.S. Dollar has appreciated somewhat due to the recent Brexit fears, also bringing down the price of oil, but, moving forward, we believe oil prices have a clear path towards US$55-60/barrel. As such, we suggest investors take a look at the five energy-related stocks described below that also generate hefty dividend yields.

Last Friday, you witnessed exactly what happens to paper assets when people lose confidence and panic. You also witnessed a preview of what is yet to come: days of gold rallying $100, silver $1. There will be more of those days, and even in greater gains. Keep buying and personally holding physical gold and silver.

From my vantage point the judicious course right now is to reduce one's overall percentage exposure to stocks as well as one's exposure to riskier types of stocks.... Here's why.