For investors seeking exposure to gold, mining stocks and ETFs like GDX, which holds a diversified basket of approximately 46 gold mining companies weighted by market capitalization, may seem appealing due to their leverage to the price of gold. However, while investments with higher risk are typically expected to yield higher returns over time, data reveals that mining stocks have not delivered the anticipated gains compared to physical gold. In fact, physical gold, or bullion, has provided superior returns while also offering a lower-risk investment.
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What Trump’s Win Means for America and Gold
With Donald Trump back in the driver’s seat, America is gearing up for policies that put the country first: boosting jobs, cutting regulations, and going full-throttle on energy independence. For investors, especially those eyeing gold and silver, things are looking solid. Today’s dip in precious metals prices is just a knee-jerk reaction, a brief sale for savvy investors to grab these assets at a discount before they bounce back.
The PMC Ounce: A Diversified, Cost-Efficient Strategy for (Palladium!) Precious Metals Investment
The Precious Metals Composite (PMC) ounce is crafted to seek a better risk-adjusted return than any single precious metal alone, offering reduced volatility and a stable return profile. Each PMC ounce combines the strategic metals composition of: Gold: 3.5% – Silver: 93.75% – Platinum: 1% – Palladium: 1.75%
How Debt and Gold Are Dancing Together: A Look at the Future
Since the year 2000, the U.S. government has been racking up debt like it's going out of style. In fact, the national debt has ballooned by 527%, jumping from $5.7 trillion to a whopping $35.75 trillion today. But as the debt has soared, so has the price of gold, which has skyrocketed by 864%, leaping from $280 to around $2,700 per ounce. Gold[...]
Silver Worth $150-$170?: Facts to Make The Case for a Major Price Surge
The price of silver is often overshadowed by its flashier cousin, gold. While gold has been hitting new highs, silver is still playing catch-up. But that might not be the case for much longer. With some key historical trends and the current market setup, silver could be on the verge of a massive breakout, potentially heading toward $150 – or even $170. Let’s break down why.
Why Not Buying Gold When It Hits a New High Could Be a Costly Mistake
Gold has an uncanny ability to make headlines, especially when it reaches a new high. It’s not just a shiny piece of metal; it’s an investment with a track record that dates back thousands of years. From ancient civilizations using it as currency to modern-day investors seeking a safe haven, gold has proven itself time and again as a reliable store of value. Yet, when gold prices surge, some investors hesitate, thinking they missed the boat. But history shows that hesitating when gold hits a new peak can be a costly mistake.
Gold and Silver: The Dynamic Duo of the Decade
Author: Brandon GreenNeptune Global, Director of Sales The world of investing has always had its ups and downs, but if there's one thing that's been reliably glittering amid economic turbulence, it's the rise of gold and silver. These two precious metals are not only shining brighter but are gearing up for what could be their most exciting bull run yet. If you're looking for a safe[...]
Gold and Silver Shine as the Fed Cuts Rates: What’s Next?
Author: Brandon GreenNeptune Global, Director of Sales When the Federal Reserve decides to slash interest rates, it sets off a domino effect in the financial world, and precious metals like gold and silver are among the first to feel the impact. Yesterday, we saw a 0.50% cut, so it’s time to revisit how these metals have historically performed… and let’s just say,[...]
Precious Metals Shine in August: Gold and Silver Surge Ahead
Author: Brandon GreenNeptune Global, Director of Sales As the summer winds down, investors are keeping a close eye on the precious metals market. August proved to be a stellar month for both gold and silver, with gold prices rising a solid 3.5% and silver not far behind at 3.2%. But what does the future hold? Well, according to Bank of America, the outlook is positively golden. In a[...]
Silver: The Shiny Underdog of Precious Metals
Author: Brandon GreenNeptune Global, Director of Sales Move over, gold. There's a new metal in town stealing the spotlight, and it's none other than our trusty friend silver. While gold has been hogging all the attention with its recent price surge above $2,500, with headlines like “400 oz Gold Bars Now Worth $1 Million For The First Time,” silver has been quietly plotting its[...]