The massive budget deficit has been making headlines. The question on many investors’ minds is: how does this deficit impact the economy, and what can you do to safeguard your investments? We look at the consequences of a soaring budget deficit and explain why investing in gold could be a smart choice in this challenging economic climate.  Understanding the Budget Deficit  A budget deficit occurs when a government spends more money than it collects in revenue. Historically, Federal budgets were used to smooth out economic activity. Deficits, where spending is greater than receipts ..read more

We’ve been following the news and witnessed the recent rise in gold prices. Check our Market News page to see the latest. What drives the ups and downs of gold prices? There are many factors that contribute to these fluctuations ? Recently it’s likely being driven by global economic uncertainties and two  wars  that have widespread repercussions that cause investors to be wary about investing in traditional markets. Another factor that impacts the changing prices is demand. Gold has long been in demand for a wide variety pf purposes. One of the more interesting uses of gold is fairl ..read more

When it comes to selecting a precious metals company to work with, the options are seemingly endless. But in an industry rife with questionable sales tactics and exorbitant markups, finding a trustworthy partner is crucial. In an effort to do away with these unfair practices, VaultUS Gold was born. It’s our mission to transform the precious metals industry, equipping you to be an educated decision maker – confident in your investment. That’s why – even if you don’t work with us – we’ve put together a cheat sheet on the qualities to look for in a dealer and the pitfalls to avoid, so you are ar ..read more

The relationship between the United States and China has been characterized by a series of economic and geopolitical tensions in recent years. With increasing uncertainty and the potential for further escalation, it is essential to analyze the potential impact on the financial markets, drawing upon insights from the previous US-China trade war that took place between the summer of 2018 and fall 2019. During this period, stocks experienced volatility while alternative assets such as gold and silver exhibited more favorable price movements. This article hypothesizes the potential repercussions o ..read more

During recessions, gold typically outperforms the S&P 500. Gold and silver typically outperform other investment instruments in times of national or global crisis. Gold often acts as a hedge against inflation. The post Precious Metals in Turbulent Times appeared first on Vaultus Gold ..read more

Counterfeiting is a potential problem if you purchase high value gold or silver coins. Governments that produce the coins use a variety of techniques to limit and protect their minted coins from being counterfeited which in turn protects gold buyers from fraudulent investments. Counterfeit safeguards include: The coin design. Coins may have an intricate design with complex details and engraving techniques that are difficult to imitate. The mints often add other alloys to coins and that mixture which gives the weight and color to the coins is also difficult to replicate. Some coins carry a un ..read more

You are probably hearing and reading more about digital currency and many people are worried. What exactly does that mean if the US adopts a digital currency. How does that impact me and my financial privacy? Let’s take a deeper look at what CBDC means for you, your family and your financial security. Digital currency or CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currencies) is a possibility currently being researched and evaluated as an additional or alternative form of currency in the US. CBDC is a digital version of the dollar backed by the Central Bank. A bit like cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, but wi ..read more

When you hear people talk about the ‘spot price’ when discussing precious metals, they are referring to the current market price of one troy ounce of gold, silver, or other metal type. The supply and demand for that precious metal in the market determines that price and it is quoted in US dollars per ounce. The spot price varies throughout each day by several dollars or more within the same day. The spot price for precious metals, in particular the gold spot price, is broadly tracked by investors, and financial analysts as an indicator of the markets. If you are considering buying gold or ano ..read more

Platinum is one of the most precious and rarest metals found on earth. It possesses unique properties that make it an ideal material for use in a wide range of industrial applications which increases the worldwide demand for platinum making it a sound investment vehicle. Industrial uses of Platinum: Automotive industry: used in catalytic converters, a critical component of a vehicle’s exhaust system. Petroleum industry: used as a catalyst in the refining process, where it helps to break down crude oil into useful products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. Plastics industry: used to spee ..read more

Silver has always been a good investment in the United States. It is a valuable metal and in widespread use not only as physical currency, but in industrial uses in electronics, medical and more recently renewable energy. Many people also collect silver coins, both rare and special issues. These are typically called numismatics and can be a significant and valuable investment. There are a variety of reasons why silver, along with other precious metals such as gold, platinum and palladium are safe, sound investments. This article will focus on silver and its value as an investment vehicle. Silv ..read more