The Gold American Eagle Coin and Gold American Buffalo Coin are two of the most popular U.S. Mint gold coins in history. Both the proof and bullion versions feature patriotic renditions of American symbols, are minted at the West Point Mint, and carry historic significance. So how do the two differ and what’s the story behind these two...
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What Is the Relationship Between Inflation and Gold?
We’ve explored the relationships between gold and oil and gold and interest rates. But what about the relationship between gold and inflation? In the current economic environment, understanding how the two are tied together may be critical. How Are Inflation and Gold Related? It might seem logical to assume that when inflation goes up,...
Can I Buy Silver at the Silver Spot Price?
The spot price of silver reflects the current market price of one ounce of silver. It doesn’t necessarily reflect the time or energy it takes to design, mint, or ship a silver coin. It also doesn’t factor in the supply or demand for an individual silver coin. Here, we’ll explain why offers to buy silver at the spot price can often end...
Physical Gold vs. Paper Gold: What’s the Best Way to Buy Gold?
The stock market is getting plenty of attention right now, and along with it, so is “paper gold,” which is a conversational way of referring to gold-related exchange-traded funds (ETFs), futures, and options. Though similar, paper gold and physical gold are not the same. Here we compare and contrast the two forms of gold to help you...
Gold Is the Real Winner This Election Season
With polls showing both major presidential candidates virtually tied after an intense campaign season, you might be hesitant to make any major moves for your portfolio ahead of next week’s election. And while I understand this hesitation, I don’t share it. Not just because I firmly believe it’s always better to act before something...
How Does Gold Compare to Silver, Platinum, and Palladium?
This article was originally published in 2020, some information may be out of date. You face many choices when you’re buying precious metals. From the type of metal you buy to where you buy it, the array of options can be dizzying. In this article, we compare and contrast four common precious metals—with just the facts—to help you make...
What Could a Record-Breaking Gold-to-Silver Ratio Mean for You?
This article was originally published to reflect a pivotal gold-to-silver ratio spike in 2020. For a look at today’s precious metals market, explore our latest insights here. The gold-to-silver ratio is at a near-record high—higher than it has been in many years. How did it get there, and what does it mean for you? U.S. Money Reserve...
Why Do Central Banks Buy Gold?
This article was originally published in 2017 Central banks around the world have been quietly buying gold for nearly a decade, reports the Official Monetary and Financial Institutions Forum (OMFIF), and have been net buyers every year since 2008. Their demand for gold jumped from less than two percent of total world demand in 2010, to...
When Will the Good Times End?
On the surface, the stock market seems to be doing well. But if you’re like me and tend to keep an ear to the ground, you’ll know that several prominent experts think the current market cycle is headed for a potential correction—which would make now the time to take action and protect your portfolio. Billionaire hedge fund manager David...
The Overshadowed Asset Quietly Outperforming Gold
3 Reasons to Own Silver Today As geopolitical and economic uncertainty continues around the globe, more consumers have looked to physical precious metals to help protect and grow their wealth. But while gold has been taking center stage in financial news, physical silver has also been experiencing significant growth—and it may be primed...
Has Inflation Finally Cooled, or Will It Reignite?
It seems like only yesterday that surging inflation was the biggest issue dominating financial news headlines. Now? Inflation concerns barely make a peep. Declining numbers from certain inflation gauges have some analysts convinced that the latest war against inflation has been won. But not everyone is convinced, and there are many...
Maximize the Benefits of Your Retirement Account
Give your savings the best chance for retirement success As you work and save for a comfortable retirement, there are measures you can take today that will help keep your retirement plan on track for success down the road. And it starts with understanding all the benefits your retirement account offers. A retirement account is a type of...