Gold & Silver

What's the difference between 1 troy ounce of gold and 1 (regular) ounce? What's the difference between 18 and 10 karat gold? What's the difference between a .75 and 1.0 carat diamond? Let me explain.

“Despite reaching record highs fueled by recession fears and safe-haven demand, gold’s 2024 outlook remains delicately balanced. Inflationary pressures might keep central banks hawkish, limiting significant gains, but deepening recession could trigger policy easing, boosting gold’s allure.”— Google Bard

Silver is currently greatly undervalued relative to its average long-term historical relationship with gold and, as such, it is realistic to expect that silver will eventually escalate dramatically in price. How much? This article applies the historical gold:silver ratios to come up with a range of prices based on specific price levels for gold being reached.

At first glance, buying gold may seem a simple, straight forward process. However, there are dangers, such as falling for a telemarketer's line that his coins are "non-confiscatable" and somehow have more value because you bought them from him. Basic bullion is the way to go when investing in gold. Words: 788

If you're trying to invest in precious metals, then stick to bullion coins or bars. Don't be distracted by numismatics, rare coins, collector's items, or fancy packaging or grading schemes...Even though I have long warned of the dangers of the industry, it is hard for retail investors not to be led astray by high-pressure salesmen [but] reading this guide is a step in the right direction. Words: 1000

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!

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

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.