Is Summer a Good Time to Buy Silver?
Each summer, the bullion market experiences a slower pace. Precious metals traders and buyers seem to take a break in
Additional Quantitative Easing Certain to Stifle Fiat Valuation
A recent speech by Mario Draghi, head of the European Central Bank, seems to indicate that additional monetary easing is
Precious Metals Recycling Boosts American Economy
Unknown to most average citizens, the aeronautics and space industry is an enormous consumer of precious metals. Gold, silver and
Buying Silver Bullion vs. the World Economy
Buying silver bullion is one of the safest investments out there when considering the health of the American economy. Consumer
Nautilus Joins BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto in Papua New Guinea Troubles
The first ocean floor mining project, pioneered by Canadian mine developer, Nautilus Minerals seems doomed to fail. The Solwara 1
What Causes Silver to Tarnish?
Silver is one of the least reactive elements in the periodic table. At moderate temperatures, neither water or oxygen will
With Silver Prices at a 19-Month Low, the Time to Invest in Silver is Now
With growing concerns about a global economic slowdown, particularly in the Euro-Zone, and the Federal Reserve’s recent decision not to
National Mints See First Quarter Losses in Silver Coin Sales
In the first half of 2012 spot gold has outperformed silver. Although gold has risen less than one percent, silver
Fed’s Extension of Operation Twist Accelerates Precious Metals Valuation Slide
Lack of action from the Federal Reserve to use quantitative easing to stimulate the sluggish US economy has caused precious
Is Now a Good Time to Buy Silver?
Fearing plummeting prices in precious metals, not all are aware of what all can be gained buying silver. Is Now
Creative Ways to Recycle Items Containing Silver
Since the amount of silver existing on earth constitutes a finite resource, recycling is a way to use silver resources
Yamana Acquires Extorre Gold
Toronto’s Yamana Gold, Inc. announced this week that it will acquire Extorre Gold Mines Ltd. for a hefty $400 million.
London Metal Exchange Agrees to Chinese Takeover
The London Metal Exchange is one of Britain’s most venerable and respected independent financial marketplaces. Conducting business for well over
Low Silver Prices Driven by Industrial Interest
Historically, silver and gold pricing have run a similar course of valuation in the commodities market. When gold rises, silver
Highest Sporting Achievements Rewarded with Silver
The middle of each year brings exciting annual sporting events to North America. From horse racing to hockey, US sports
Greek Elections Have Little Effect on Precious Metals
Most thought that the Greek elections would bolster stock prices, while precious metals would take a beating. Thus far, this
This Week’s Gold and Silver Outlook
Gold and silver have been maintaining a very slow upward trend over the last week. Gold rose by 2.31% and
Mixed Silver Market Signals Create Uncertainty Among Mining Interests
The price of silver has decreased by nearly one-half since its record high of nearly $50 in early 2011. The
