Invest Without Middlemen by Owning Physical Gold

In the complex and fast-paced world of finance, individuals are often left wondering if they’re even in control of their own money and investments. Traditional channels such as banks, brokerage firms, and Wall Street sometimes leave investors feeling disconnected and uncertain about their financial future. However, investing in physical gold provides a unique opportunity to …

The Rise of AI in Complex Financial Systems, and the Enduring Value of Gold

In recent years, the advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have revolutionized various industries, including finance. However, as AI becomes increasingly prevalent in our financial system, there are concerns about the complexity it introduces. This complexity may ultimately erode trust in the system, leading investors to seek the stability and transparency provided by gold. In this …

How Central Banks Influence the Price of Gold

Gold has long been considered a reliable store of value and a safe haven asset during times of economic uncertainty. Its price is influenced by various factors, including supply and demand dynamics, geopolitical tensions, and market sentiment. However, one significant influence on the price of gold that often goes unnoticed by many investors is the …

Geopolitical Turmoil is a Powerful Signal to Buy More Gold

In today’s volatile and uncertain world, geopolitical tensions have become an inseparable part of global affairs. The conflicts between Russia and Ukraine, Israel and Hamas, and ongoing tensions between the United States and China remind us of the ever-present risks involved in the global landscape. In such times, savvy investors turn to physical gold as …

Investing in Physical Gold is A Hedge Against Our Eroded Trust in the Financial System

In an era marked by heightened uncertainty and diminishing trust in financial institutions and government bodies, many investors are searching for alternative ways to safeguard their wealth. Amidst this backdrop, the allure of physical gold as a long-term investment has experienced a resurgence. In this article, we will explore why it makes sense to invest …

Why I’ve been silent about gold during a year of political and financial chaos…

owning gold at times of chaos

It’s been over a year since I last wrote a post here. It’s not that I’m no longer interested in gold and gold bullion. Far from it. Nor is it that I’ve stopped buying gold for myself. I haven’t. It still holds an important place in my portfolio. It’s just that nothing has been happening. …

Cyberattacks and software failures at your bank are two more reasons to keep some of your wealth in gold.

Cyber attacks on banks

Most of us love the fact that we can get cash from an ATM machine, and don’t have to line up in the bank and get money direct from the teller. And more and more of us now have apps on our phones that allow us to check our balances, transfer funds and even make …

Warning: Why owning gold will soon be banned.

cash and gold bullion.

There is a move by governments to move all financial transactions to the digital world. The first step in that direction is to ban cash. More specifically, to ban high denomination banknotes. To that end, the European Central Bank is talking about phasing out the 500 euro note. And former US Treasury Secretary, Larry Summers, …