Gold
If there is one commodity that defines real wealth, it is gold. In fact, gold forms the basis for the monetary standard used by both the International Monetary Fund and the Bank for International Settlements.
Historically, the yellow metal has served as a safe haven for wealth in both good times and – especially – bad. And in recent years, gold has outperformed the Dow, NASDAQ, global stock markets, the Consumer Price Index and major currencies in terms of real purchasing power. Besides its use in jewelry, coins and bullion, gold has also proved useful in dentistry, electronics and photography.
Due to the declining value of the U.S. dollar, higher demand from Asian markets, and as a hedge against inflation, gold prices have been on the rise for the last several years and should substantially outpace global markets in the years ahead.
The gold sector includes companies that conduct exploration and mining activities, as well as those that process and sell the precious metal. Gold deposits are being mined in various countries around the world, but are most prevalent in South Africa, Canada, the United States, Australia, China, Russia and South America. Many of these companies are publicly traded and, although their shares are subject to market volatility, can offer investors substantial short-term gains.
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Larry Edelson has been following the precious metals markets since 1978. He visits mining companies, oil and gas drillers, and agricultural producers around the world. And Larry uncovers mind-blowing ways for you to scoop up profits in hard assets, including gold bullion, gold stocks, other precious metals, and natural resources.
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