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  • 20% Gold—The Anti-Investment

    20% Gold—The Anti-Investment

    Written by : Jared Dillian  By now, most of my readers are acquainted with my Awesome Portfolio—but if you’re not, you should keep 20% of your portfolio in gold, which I like to call the “anti-investment.”  Why? You don’t really buy gold because you think it’s going to go up. You buy gold because it’s…

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  • The Numbers Behind Gold’s Historic Year

    The Numbers Behind Gold’s Historic Year

    Brandon Sauerwein, Editor Let’s dive into what made 2024 truly exceptional for gold investors. The World Gold Council’s latest report reveals some remarkable trends:  Investment Demand Soars   Investment demand hit a four-year high in 2024, driving gold to an impressive 26% annual return. Investors poured $90 billion into gold, with total investment reaching 1,180…

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  • Last Year’s Quilt Chart of Investment Returns

    Last Year’s Quilt Chart of Investment Returns

    Brandon Sauerwein, Editor  In 2024, gold emerged as the top-performing investment asset, delivering a remarkable 27.5% return. The precious metal closed the year at $2,641.00, up significantly from $2,071.80 at the end of 2023.  Secure Your Retirement with Physical Gold Why choose between tax advantages and precious metals? A Gold IRA gives you both. Enjoy…

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  • Gold and Geopolitical Uncertainty in the Age of Trump

    Gold and Geopolitical Uncertainty in the Age of Trump

    Written by: Steven Feldman, CEO Hard Assets Alliance Whether you like President Trump’s policies or not, it is undeniable that they are contributing to economic and geopolitical uncertainty — two key factors that have historically driven demand for gold as a safe-haven asset. From tariff threats to sanctions and diplomatic confrontations, Trump’s approach to international…

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  • The #1 Mistake Gold Investors Make (And How to Avoid It)

    The #1 Mistake Gold Investors Make (And How to Avoid It)

    Picture this: You’ve just invested a significant portion of your savings in gold and silver. Now you’re stashing it in your home safe, under your mattress, or in that “secret” spot in your garage. Stop right there.  You’re about to make one of the biggest mistakes in precious metals investing.  Why Your Home Isn’t the…

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  • Stocks Fear, Crypto Soars — Here’s What It Means

    Stocks Fear, Crypto Soars — Here’s What It Means

    By: Brandon Sauerwein I’m reaching out with an important market observation that caught my attention today.  Right now, we’re seeing a fascinating divergence in market sentiment. Earlier this week, the Stock Market Fear and Greed Index fell to 26 — hovering just above “Extreme Fear” territory. To put this in perspective, any reading below 25…

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  • Five Things to Consider Before Storing Your Gold at Home

    Five Things to Consider Before Storing Your Gold at Home

    Written by: Brandon S., Editor You’ve made a smart investment in precious metals. Now comes another important decision: where to store your gold and silver safely.   If you’re keeping a modest amount of gold at home, basic security measures might suffice. But for substantial holdings, the stakes are much higher.  Consider this: while $50,000 worth…

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