With all the interest in physical gold, silver and other commodities these days, and the large/mid-cap companies who mine the metals and the juniors who are exploring for them, it begs the question: “Why is no one writing about the merits of investing in the long-term warrants associated with a few of those companies?” Merits? Absolutely! Here is a primer on virtually all that you need to know about warrants and how to invest in them for major profits.
Read More »BIG Differences In HUI, XAU, GDX & GDXJ Indices (+14K Views)
The number, market cap and currencies of the constituents of the HUI, XAU, GDX, XGD and CDNX indices differ considerably from each other and, as such, each index presents a different picture of what is really happening in the precious metals marketplace. This article analyzes the make-up of each index to reveal the biases of each to arrive at the answer to the question in the title. Words: 1026
Read More »Here’s An Easy Way to Identify Gold & Gold Miner Market Tops and Bottoms (+6K Views)
It's amazing! Every day I learn something new. I have just come across a very powerful tool that identifies market tops and bottoms in both the gold price and the gold mining industry valuation. Let me share it with you. Words: 352; Charts: 4
Read More »Don’t Be Misled: MAJOR Differences Exist Between HUI, XAU & other PM Indices (+13K Views)
The number, market cap and currencies of the constituents of the HUI, XAU, GDX, XGD and CDNX indices differ considerably from each other and, as such, each index presents a different picture of what is really happening in the precious metals marketplace. This article analyzes the make-up of each index to reveal the biases of each to arrive at the answer to the question in the title. Words: 1026
Read More »Track Performance Of 15 PM Royalty & Streaming Stocks With This Index
Precious metals royalty and streaming companies represent a very interesting sub-industry of the precious metals mining industry. To track the overall performance of the whole sub-industry, I created a capitalization-weighted index (the Precious Metals Royalty and Streaming Index) consisting of 15 companies.
Read More »Canada’s Top Commodity Exports/Imports & How to Invest Accordingly (+12K Views)
Canada has the 7th largest economy in the world and is the 2nd largest country by land mass. It has a wealth of natural resources, making it a large energy and minerals exporter. For commodity traders looking to invest primarily in North America, Canada presents a compelling opportunity. [This article takes a look at Canada's top commodity exports and imports and offers suggestions as how to invest in Canada's commodity industry.] Words: 905
Read More »The Low Is In! Gold, Silver & Miners Are Now Primed to Rise Through August Into September
The low of $1,310.70 in gold last week appears to have marked the cycle bottom. With the Fed meeting behind us, gold prices are primed to rise through August - and likely into September - where they will form the next intermediate cycle top.
Read More »Gold & Silver Stocks to Rebound After Fed Rate Hike & Then…
If history repeats itself (with respect to Fed actions) then a rebound should begin in the GDXJ after the hike and last for a few months. The initial target would be the 200-day moving average ($22) followed by the October high (mid $23) and the 400-day moving average ($27).
Read More »Silver Is A Better Investment Choice Than Gold – Here’s Why
Rather than taking a new position in gold at current levels there are a variety of alternative investment ideas that are preferable and should be considered for your portfolio. See below for details.
Read More »It’s Time To Start Thinking About Buying Gold Mining Stocks – Here’s Why
Is this the time to be buying gold mining stocks? Maybe, maybe not, but if you don't own any at all, this is a good time to start thinking about them. Here's why.
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