Gold holds a special place in a portfolio—one that cannot be replaced by other major assets. Recently I looked at three asset classes which are frequently in the news and compared them to gold. By doing this, we can see how gold inhabits a unique niche in a portfolio, and is often able to…
How Gold Stacks Up Against Other AssetsDetailsWall Street is abuzz with the Biden administration’s new proposed corporate tax hike. As they plan a new infrastructure bill that could cost roughly $2.3 trillion over eight years, the administration has focused on fresh tax increases on corporations. The proposed plan would raise the corporate tax rate from 21% to 28%. This…
Corporate Tax Increase and Stock PerformanceDetailsThe beginning of spring marks a traditional time to tackle ambitious projects like cleaning out the attic or organizing the junk drawer. However, as this new spring begins, I’ve been thinking. Why stop at just projects around the house? Spring cleaning can go beyond just your living space why not apply the same ethos to…
Adjusting to The Year AheadDetailsA gold ETF (exchange-traded fund) is a commodity ETF that consists of only one principal asset: gold. But if you have a gold ETF, do you really own any gold? In this crash course on gold ETFs, you’ll learn what gold ETFs are, how they’re bought and sold, and how their role can differ from…
What Is a Gold ETF & Is It a Good Time to Buy?DetailsWith the passage of the American Rescue Plan, the Biden administration turns its sights on a new target: taxes. On March 15, 2021, Bloomberg first reported that the Biden administration is planning a range of tax increases “to help pay for the long-term economic program designed as a follow-up to his pandemic-relief bill.” On March…
What We Know So Far About the Proposed Tax HikeDetailsSpringtime is a great time to tackle ambitious projects like organizing your closet or finally cleaning out your cluttered garage. But spring cleaning can go beyond your living space. Spring into action and make lasting changes to your financial future. Here, U.S. Money Reserve helps you explore ways to tidy up your finances, including how…
7 Super-Simple Ways to Spring Clean Your FinancesDetailsWarmer weather, spring break, blooming flowers—there’s so much to celebrate in March, but not all of it is fun and games. Medal of Honor Day is March 25, and it’s an important day that deserves every American’s respect and attention. Learn why we honor the day and what you can do to pay tribute. What…
Salute Their Sacrifice: Why We Celebrate Medal of Honor DayDetailsTax season is upon us again. This year is different for many people because of the economic impact and financial challenges resulting from the ongoing pandemic. Just yesterday, Bloomberg reported that the IRS is planning to delay this year’s tax-filing deadline by one month. This gives taxpayers until May 17 to navigate their tax plans.…
How to Take Advantage of the Extended Tax DeadlineDetailsAnyone who has paid attention to the precious metals market recently knows that gold has faced some price pressure in response to fresh signs of an economic recovery. However, seasoned market watchers likely see this latest price dip as a buying opportunity for the long term. Gold has a history of “bouncing back.” Throughout…
Buying the DipDetailsIn a two-day testimony in front of Congress last week, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell downplayed inflation concerns that are troubling many in the market. The rapidly rising yield of the 10-year Treasury note and rising asset prices are fueling many of these concerns. The yield on the 10-year Treasury rose 58 basis points…
The Coming Inflation SituationDetailsEvery American should pay careful attention to the magnitude of the country’s national debt problem. Federal debt is continuing to reach new highs and could quickly grow out of control. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has recently projected two gloomy outlooks for the size of the federal debt. On February 11, 2021, the CBO…
The Never-Ending Federal DebtDetailsAs the world of manufacturing rebounds from the bottoms hit in 2020, precious metals owners could stand to benefit from industrial applications stoking demand for the metals. Recently, one precious metal stood out from the rest with a recent price rally: platinum. Platinum prices have recently reached a 6-1/2-year high. While impressive on its…
Platinum Hits a Six-year High and Could Go HigherDetails
