Gold prices have surged past $4,000 per ounce while silver reaches record highs near $51, as investors seek safety amid inflation, rate cuts, and global instability. Central banks continue accumulating gold, reinforcing its role as a trusted store of value. Precious metals remain the cornerstone of long-term portfolio diversification in times of uncertainty.
The Precious Metals Week in Review – November 15th, 2024
The Federal Reserve recently cut short-term interest rates amid declining inflation and optimistic market conditions. Silver demand is projected to rise due to industrial use, while oil faces pressure from oversupply signals. The labor market remains strong despite recent job growth slowdown, influencing potential future rate adjustments.
Silver Shock Update: A New and Major Threat to Supply
As many of our readers know, silver supply from mining operations has been in decline.
That decline has just sped up. In a big way.
The Big Silver Shock: Institutions Decide to Invest
A lot of readers liked our article on how much cash could flood the gold market once institutional investors start buying. Now it’s time to look at silver.