Gold’s record-setting rally has stolen the precious metals spotlight as investors celebrate their gains and prepare for the next leg up. However, the yellow metal’s meteoric rise tells a larger story. In this week’s The Gold Spot video, Scottsdale Bullion & Coin Sr. Precious Metals Advisor Steve Rand and Precious Metals Advisor Tim Murphy explain what the gold bullion demand surge might indicate about the dollar’s strength, why countries are lessening their dependence on USD en masse, and what this shift could mean for all of us. What is De-Dollarization? De-dollarization refers to countri ..read more

Gold mining stocks and ETFs are appealing due to their ease of trading and greater accessibility compared to physical gold. However, many investors make the mistake of assuming there’s no difference between paper and physical gold assets. In reality, there are fundamental distinctions between these assets that have a direct impact on the security and growth of your portfolio. Gold mining stocks represent ownership in companies that specialize in the discovery, preparation, and mining of gold ore. These stocks provide investors with a stake in the financial performance of gold mining operations ..read more

Gold and palladium stand out as the two most valuable precious metals in terms of price-per-ounce assessments, leading many investors to wonder which is the better investment. The centuries-long gold and silver duopoly in the precious metals space is challenged by emerging underdogs including palladium. This metal’s meteoric rise over the past few years has generated a lot of interest and comparison with gold. However, price isn’t the only relevant metric. Determining the investment merit of gold and palladium requires a deep understanding of their differences and similarities. Palladium as a ..read more

The rot of US debt had been festering for years before bursting into public awareness after gratuitous pandemic-era spending plopped an unignorable $5 trillion onto the pile. Now, the ramifications of decades worth of fiscal mismanagement are hitting globally. In this week’s The Gold Spot, Scottsdale Bullion & Coin Sr. Precious Metals Advisor Damian White and Precious Metals Advisor Todd Graf explore how we arrived at this debt bubble, how federal debt affects individuals, and why gold is a solution. A Debt-Based Economic System The Federal Reserve is the puppet master of US fiscal policy ..read more

The Federal Reserve’s wholesale embrace of a centralized digital dollar has many Americans wondering if a central bank digital currency (CBDC) would eventually replace cash entirely. Digital currency technology is only going to improve, and the government is feeling the pressure as the world races toward the future of CBDCs. If the status quo of fiat currency isn’t guaranteed, investors face a new set of threats to their privacy and security. What governments are saying… In response to strong pushback from their citizenry, governments across the world have attempted to clarify the impact CBDCs ..read more

In the wake of surging gold prices, Americans grapple with the uncertain economic outlook, exacerbated by mixed signals from the Fed and a fledgling dollar. In this week’s The Gold Spot, Scottsdale Bullion & Coin Founder Eric Sepanek and Precious Metals Advisor John Karow cover grim warnings from a leading banking CEO, explain why China’s gold spree is ramping up, and implore Americans to act soon to protect their economic future. Jamie Dimon Warns of Economic Future JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon recently issued a stark warning about the economy’s fate. As the leader of the world’s larges ..read more

Liquidity, or the lack thereof, known as illiquidity, is one of the most commonly overlooked factors when investors evaluate an asset’s desirability. While price stability, historical performance, and growth potential are all worthwhile considerations, the ease of converting an investment to cash at a fair market value shouldn’t be ignored. This characteristic can influence the flexibility of a portfolio which is crucial when responding to rapid market fluctuations or last-minute developments in your finances. Understanding the difference between liquid and illiquid assets can help investors c ..read more

Following a powerful rally throughout the beginning of the year, experts are revising their gold price forecasts. Since New Year’s Day, the yellow metal has continuously notched new highs as a confluence of geopolitical, economic, and political factors fuel its rise. Major banks, financial analysts, and precious metals experts were already bullish on gold going into 2024, but this surge has already shattered expectations merely a quarter into the year. Revisiting the gold price forecasts for 2024 and beyond can give investors a better idea of where this precious metal might be headed so they ..read more

Gold prices are taking a breather after a record-setting jump. Despite standing near unprecedented heights, gold isn’t showing any signs of slowing down. In this week’s The Gold Spot, Sr. Precious Metals Advisor Steve Rand and Precious Metals Advisor Todd Graf explain the fundamentals behind gold’s historic rally, why big banks are revising their price predictions, and how investors should treat this dip. Gold Prices Remain Strong Following a massive rally, gold prices remain near a recent record high of $2,400/oz. The yellow metal sat close to $1,800 just over six months ago, marking over a 3 ..read more

Investors often notice a gap between the spot price of gold and the cost of pure gold assets. This discrepancy leads many to wonder how to buy gold at the spot price. After all, if this standard pricing mechanism determines the value of gold assets, the prices of bullion bars and coins should reflect it, right? In reality, the evaluation of gold and silver assets isn’t so straightforward. A full explanation of the difference between the cost of physical precious metals and the spot price requires an in-depth look at the inner workings of the metals market. Understanding the Spot Price & De ..read more