Category Archives: Let’s Get Physical

June 26, 2018 ~ For those among us who feel safe and secure – perhaps even a little smug – about the value of the U.S. dollar, convinced that a Venezuela-type crash of the currency could never happen in the … Continue reading →

Where, exactly, should you store your gold at home? February 15, 2018 ~ You instinctively know that gold is valuable and understand it must be stored safely. You probably also realize that gold coins and bars come with no replacement … Continue reading →

January 5, 2018 ~ We love to repeat that gold is money. We also love to point out that silver has been money longer than gold. Sometimes when when we look at situations or images long enough we begin to … Continue reading →

November 24, 2017 ~ Throughout human history, gold has constantly emerged as an unparalleled form of savings, investment and wealth preservation. Due to its unique characteristics and features, gold has inherent value and cannot be debased. When holding physical gold, … Continue reading →

Gold has been a sought-after prize since the beginning of recorded history. From the days of the ancient Mesopotamians to the 21st century, gold has been used for everything from jewelry to currency. And while gold is still prized for … Continue reading →

January 17, 2008 ~ When you look closely at the money in your wallet or purse, you will notice, at the top of each bill, the words “Federal Reserve Note”. What is the Federal Reserve? Most Americans cannot answer that … Continue reading →

Diversified commodity exposure should continue to perform well in 2025 as a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty. Specifically, gold and silver are expected to outperform the sector. Despite the bullish outlook in his 2025 forecast, Ole Hansen, Head of … Continue reading →

Gold enthusiasts can celebrate a golden anniversary on New Year’s Eve and simultaneously mark a market manipulation milestone. Fifty years ago, President Gerald R. Ford legalized private gold ownership, allowing Americans once again to stack the regal metal as a … Continue reading →

Falling interest rates and consistent central bank demand could sustain gold’s rally through 2025, according to Lina Thomas, commodities strategist at Goldman Sachs Research. “Since 2022, gold prices have surged 40% even as US interest rates were climbing,” Thomas said … Continue reading →

Silver prices have managed to hold critical support above $30 an ounce and are currently trading above $31. However, one market analyst notes that the precious metal continues to underperform gold –  at least for now.