Stocks, Forex, Metals

In September of this year 2011, Ben Bernanke, Chairman of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, proved that he is the single most powerful man in the world. In the periodic meeting of the Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee on September 21-22, in which the country’s all important monetary policy is set, Ben moved his mouth, words came out, and the financial markets of the world blew… Continue reading →

Precious metals are often considered as a better investment option than opting for international currencies and stocks. Gold, silver and platinum are not just preferred because they are precious metals but these are sought after assets as they tend to generate much more stable returns when compared to real estate investments. Continue reading →

This article explains the impracticality and very high cost of buying gold to hedge against economic calamity, when a money metal like silver is at least 20-times more valuable because of its current cheaper cost and because it will be much more effective than gold in supporting you during tough economic times. This is not about investing in gold or silver to increase one’s wealth, but about purchasing and taking delivery of these metals to have them available to use as money when the dollar looses all purchasing power. Continue reading →

Most people, including the more educated investors, are not aware of the fact that there has been a strong, clear, and consistent seasonal demand for gold over the last 30 years during the second half of each year, and in most cases prices have followed suit. The question is posed to me all the time, “Why?”, and the reality is that that there are a confluence of factors, some of which are fundamental, while others are more of a technical nature; but none the less, prices have consistently been heading to the upside, and that trend has been even more distinct and profound during this current ‘bull market’ over the last decade. Continue reading →

Gold is becoming increasingly popular as it is seen as a safe haven in times of economic difficulties. Below a brief look at some of the very best exhibitions and expos worldwide related to gold, one of the most sought after and treasured commodities in the world. Continue reading →

The greatest indicator of the future of silver is the most fundamental: supply and demand. In 2010 approximately 735 million ounces of silver was mined and in this same time frame over 605 million ounces were consumed by industrial demand, the balance going to satisfy investment consumption. Further it is estimated there is currently about 1.2 billion ounces of silver held in inventories, which is contrasted with the 2.2 billion ounces of gold being held in inventory reserves. Over the last 100 years the overall above-ground supply of gold has steady increased, but the silver total has fallen from a previous world-wide inventory of over 12 billion ounces. Continue reading →

While other industries struggle, investment in gold remains strong. More people are now investing in gold, which is one of the safest investment options. It is worth noting that that you do not have to invest in just gold. Continue reading →

Be cautious of promises of easy money from buying commodities and precious metals. Consumers should be aware of companies that sell investments in commodities and other precious metals based on sales presentations claiming that customers can make huge amounts of money, with little or no risk, by buying metal through financing contracts. Continue reading →

Silver is a precious metal that has both industrial applications as well as investment interest “Poor Man’s Gold”. Recently investment demand has come to the forefront and has drove the metal to 30 year highs up 33% in just the last 7 weeks. If history is any guide, things will probably be wild for awhile in the silver market. Continue reading →

Back in 1969, when Simon & Garfunkel recorded “Bridge over Troubled Water” the duo had a gut feeling that this song was going to make a very big splash. And they were right, as their recording went on to become a number-one hit (staying atop the charts for six weeks) – while being covered by literally dozens of other singers. Continue reading →