July 24, 2024

What makes the gold price rise and fall?

The price of gold rises when some event encourages marginal buyers to buy, or discourages marginal sellers from selling. This article discusses the top 10 factors that drive gold prices.

July 11, 2024

Momentum is hot in the metals market

An unexpected slowdown in the CPI caused a sharp drop in the dollar, incentivizing buyers to chase gold and silver.

June 28, 2024

Gold steady as the dollar fights for credibility

Gold is hovering around $2,320/ounce, down from its all-time high of $2,450 on May 20th. Silver has taken a bigger hit; down 11% from its May peak.

June 12, 2024

10 key factors that determine the price of silver

The price of silver is determined by supply and demand on major exchanges, as traders react to inflation expectations, interest rates, industrial demand, and geopolitical events.

May 29, 2024

Silver rises 18% in a record-breaking May

Silver skyrocketed this month as the market realized the world will demand much more industrial metal than miners can provide. And yet, silver remains far below its 2011 high.

May 8, 2024

7 Benefits of Investing in Gold: A Beginner’s Guide

This article discusses the benefits of investing in gold, including its ability to protect purchasing power and improve risk-adjusted returns in a portfolio.

April 23, 2024

Don’t Buy Costco Gold, Do This Instead

Costco enthusiasts love the big box store for household goods and $1.50 hot dogs. But now, card-carrying members are flocking to the retailer for… Costco gold bars?

April 11, 2024

Gold surges in the face of rising yields

Typically, rising yields are bad for gold. Not this year. Rising yields represent an increasing risk of a public debt crisis, for which gold may be the only remedy.

March 22, 2024

Investors turn to gold as rate cuts loom

When the Fed cuts interest rates this summer, gold and silver stand to absorb billions of dollars as investors redeploy their mountain of cash.

March 18, 2024

Trading the Gold/Silver Ratio

The gold/silver ratio = price of gold divided by the price of silver. Here is how to use the ratio to spot opportunities in the precious metals market.

March 7, 2024

What Causes the Economy to Crash?

Economic crashes begin with artificially low interest rates and credit expansion which lead to a misallocation of resources, inevitably culminating in a recession.

March 5, 2024

Gold soars to all-time high, China leads the charge

Gold has risen 6% in less than a week, achieving an all-time high.

February 27, 2024

Credit Spreads Approach 2007 Levels

Low credit spreads and surges in “extreme greed” often reflect a fervor which disregards proper risk assessment.

January 12, 2024

Credit Bubbles and Debt Troubles: The Case for Gold in 2024

Watch the replay: David McAlvany, CEO of Vaulted, discusses the 2024 economic outlook and strategies for investors.

December 7, 2023

Gold Steps Back After Spiking to Record Highs

Gold hit $2,146/oz on Monday, exceeding its previous all-time high by $65.

November 9, 2023

What Backs the United States Dollar?

Prior to 1971, the US dollar was backed by gold. Today, the dollar is backed by 2 things: the government’s ability to generate revenues (via debt or taxes), and its authority to compel economic participants to transact in dollars.