The President recently signed a budget agreement spanning two years, which will “suspend the debt limit until March 15, 2017.” How to combat the debt ceiling has been a recurring event for the last few years with many different remedies suggested to solve the ongoing issue. However, one suggestion, in particular, has peaked the interest…
Space Mining has Platinum Potential
Platinum is one of the Earth’s rarest metals. Despite its rarity, platinum has many industrial uses that make the metal both valuable and versatile for manufacturers and investors alike. Because of platinum’s limited resources on Earth, miners in search of the metal have begun to look toward space for new mining opportunities. In fact, one…
Copper Designated as the State Metal of Arizona
Despite the nearly unquenchable appetite for industrial metals like copper and the PGMs from China developing economies in the East over the last few years, metal prices have really taken a hit this year. Demand is starting to slow down, causing spot prices to finally cool off a bit. As one economist put it, now…
3 Questions Before Creating a Precious Metals Portfolio
Diversifying your investment portfolio with precious metals is a great idea. Don’t just take our word for it – professional economists will tell you the same thing. With precious metals you can reduce inflation risks while ensuring your portfolio withstands the test of time. Gold, silver, platinum, and palladium are all examples of how precious…
3 Reasons to Own Copper Bullion
Unearth the benefits of investing in copper — and learn why now may be the best time to buy When investors discuss precious metals, nine times out of 10, they seem to be talking about gold and silver. Platinum and palladium enjoy the spotlight every once in a while, but gold and silver hold the…
Platinum and Palladium are Real Nuggets for 2014
There’s no doubting the impressive rally we’ve seen in gold lately. After a dismal 2013, the yellow metal has bounced back. As of this writing, it has closed at a high of around $1,305. Debate about where gold will go in 2014 is still intense, but many indicators are pointing to a better year than…
