The price of silver is significantly disconnected from its underlying fundamentals and, as such, is undervalued due to the actions of a handful of large speculators in the futures markets. This article identifies 3 such specific examples of such action.
Read More »It’s Worth Owning Silver Bullion and/or Equities – Here’s Why
Is it worth it to hold silver bullion or equities in a portfolio? Yes, and the reasons an investor should consider exposure to silver can be summed up with three key points.
Read More »3 Signs That Gold, Silver & PM Stocks Have Finally Bottomed (+2K Views)
Gold, silver and precious metals mining stocks are still nowhere near long-term or secular bottoms but I believe they could be approaching short-term tradable bottoms in the coming days or weeks based on the following 3 signals:
Read More »Noonan on Gold Decline: Stop Being Surprised & Start Being More Informed As to the Reasons Why
If you have no gold or silver, you will be “Greeced,” “Cyprused,” or otherwise financially screwed for not taking responsibility for your own economic future. Those who already own either or both gold and silver know this although they still foolishly complain about the paper price continuing to decline - and that focus is grossly misplaced. Here's why.
Read More »Silver: What Makes It So Special? (+2K Views)
In today's infographic, which is Part 3 of the series, (see Part 1 HERE which showed silver's rich history) & Part 2 HERE which illustrated the supply and geological fundamentals) we cover the demand and uses for the world's most versatile metal. Learn how much silver is used for industrial purposes, investment, jewelry, and what trends could shape the future.
Read More »Investors Should Choose Silver vs. Gold During Financial Crises – Here’s Why
The notion that gold is the premium SAFE HAVEN during times of financial crisis doesn’t hold true if we go by the actual data. When the world stood at the brink of a total economic and financial meltdown in 2008, investors overwhelmingly choose silver over gold, which means, when the next much more dire financial crisis appears, physical silver demand will more than likely totally overrun supply. Got Silver?
Read More »Why – and How Much – Should One Invest In Gold & Silver?
No one can predict exactly what will rise up after the collapse of the current monetary system, but here is my take on how you can do your best to prepare yourself no matter what happens.
Read More »100% of My Portfolio Continues To Be Invested In Natural Resources – Here’s Why (+4K Views)
I put almost all of my eggs in one basket - precious metals, energy and agriculture - with the bulk being in precious metals 10 years ago. These investments are diversified only in that they span physical, geography and company size. What I did has stood the test of time and, I expect, will hold me in good stead whatever happens in the years to come. Let me explain why I thought it was a good idea back then and still think it is today.
Read More »It is Imperative to Invest in Physical Gold and/or Silver NOW – Here’s Why (+2K Views)
Asset allocation is one of the most crucial aspects of building a diversified and sustainable portfolio that not only preserves and grows wealth, but also weathers the twists and turns that ever-changing market conditions can throw at it. However, while the average [financial] advisor or investor spends a great deal of time carefully analyzing and picking the right stocks or sectors, the basic and primary task of asset allocation is often overlooked. [According to research by both Wainwright Economics and Ibbotson Associates and the current Dow:gold ratio, allocating a portion of one's portfolio to gold and/or silver and/or platinum is imperative to protect and grow one's financial assets. Let me explain.] Words:1060
Read More »Rickards, Roubini, Sinclair et al On the Future Of Gold & Silver (+3K Views)
The internet is awash with analysts who believe that gold is going to $7,250+forecasting crystal ball and as low as $725 and that silver is going down to $12 or higher than $120. Such pundits (Roubini, Sinclair, Rickards, Willie and Edelson to name a few) grab a lot of attention in the media but are their prognostications worth paying attention to or are they just a lot of hot air?
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