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- Yellen’s Enigma
April 3, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
Hindsight is 20/20. That being said, 2015 saw a bull run in the US dollar that was forecast by many credible analysts...
- A Common Theme
March 11, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
The theme of divergence has been playing out in the global economy. One example is how the US Federal Reserve has begun their path of gradually raising interest rates whereas...
- Coming to the Rescue
January 24, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
If the Wednesday morning bank of Canada announcement revealed anything, it’s that Canada and Stephen Poloz may be shifting course to join the group of central bankers that are no longer attempting to save the world...
- Precious Metals as Part of Your Estate
January 20, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
Estate planning can be an extremely complicated and cumbersome endeavor. There are numerous assets that must be considered, including your home, autos and investments. If estate planning is not carefully planned, taxes and other issues can pose problems, leaving your heirs with less overall inheritance.Precious metals with their global recognition and liquidity represent a solid store of wealth. This article will outline their role in wealth preservation for the next generation.
- Could My Gold be Confiscated?
January 20, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
A common question that gold investors have is: “Could my gold ever be confiscated?” While the notion of confiscation-whether it is gold or any other property-may cause a degree of anxiety, one must also consider the facts surrounding such an idea. When it comes to gold ownership and the idea of confiscation, one must also be aware of what has occurred in the past, and what could potentially occur in the future. This brief guide will provide a short history of gold confiscation as well as discuss some key points pertaining to the possibility of a similar scenario in the future.
- Paring Their Bets
January 15, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
January 21st of 2015 stunned investors and economists as the Bank of Canada lowered their key interest rate by a quarter of a per cent...
- Precious Metals and Interest Rates
January 12, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
Interest rates play a key role in today’s modern economy and monetary policy. The Federal Reserve can make changes to key interest rates and interest rate expectations and control the flow of capital into the economy. In other words, by maintaining low interest rates, capital is easier to acquire. This ease of acquiring capital can fuel economic growth as more money available translates into more potential spending. If too much capital becomes available, however, a situation may arise in which there is” too much money chasing too few goods.” This can lead to inflation due to the fact that as more capital looks to acquire fewer goods and services, those providers of goods and services can charge more money, hence rising prices.There is a common misconpception that interest rates and precious metals are inversely correlated. Though this may certainly be the case at times, here we will outline the relationship between the two, and how an inverse correlation may not always be the case.
- The Long-term Trend of Gold
January 12, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
As a commodity, gold prices fluctuate. These fluctuations can be very minor and can at times appear to be more significant. Any financial news channel you may tune into, or any financial news website you may visit will likely have the current price of gold, silver and even other precious metals readily available. While this information is great at providing a snapshot of current conditions, when investing in Gold, it is necessary to also take a macro-oriented stance.
- Why is Gold held by the Central Banks?
January 11, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
If one has looked into the gold market in recent years, one will likely have read that central banks are net buyers of gold. After years of selling the yellow metal these powerful financial institutions are now buying gold and holding it. Central banks are the largest players in the gold market, and if they are buying gold there is likely good reason. Below, we will outline why central banks have holdings in Gold.
- The Dollar as the Reserve Currency of the World
January 11, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
The U.S. dollar has enjoyed its status as the global reserve currency of choice for some time now. Since the implementation of The Bretton Woods Agreement, the dollar has been considered the anchor of the global financial system. Under this agreement, the United States guaranteed other central banks that they could sell their dollar reserves for a fixed rate of gold. Here, we examine the unique status of the US Dollar, and its role as a reserve currency within the global economy and financial markets.
- What Drives the Price of Silver?
January 11, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
Silver is a commodity, and like any other commodity, its price is a reflection of current supply and demand. Silver is somewhat unique in the precious metals space, however, as its value may be driven not only by investment demand but also industrial demand. This allows silver to potentially experience the best of both worlds. In a strong economy, industrial demand for silver may heat up and potentially drive prices higher. In a slow economy, or during times of risk aversion, silver may potentially benefit from investment demand as investors look for perceived safe havens to put capital to work in. Here, we examine the various factors that affect the Silver price.
- Possibility of Retun to the Golden Standard
January 11, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
In recent years, there has been seemingly more and more debate about the feasibility of returning to the gold standard. As concerns over the U.S. dollar mount, there may be further talk of such ideas, although whether or not they make sense and could be actually implemented is highly debatable.
- The Chinese Demand for Gold
January 11, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
China is the world’s second largest economy, and has taken steps to cement its place among the economic elite of the world. One of those steps has been the acquiring of gold. The country appears to have an insatiable appetite for the yellow metal, and has been building its gold reserves in recent years.
- What a Week
January 10, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
What a week. It’s a new year for the world’s financial markets, but it sure didn’t take long for investors to realize that the themes of 2015 are still very much prevalent. The week and the year began with Chinese regulators attempting to maintain control of their currency as the offshore market continues to discount the official rate has seen investors sell Chinese stock markets and prompt fear of further weakness in the world’s second biggest economy.
- How Can I Diversify my Precious Metals Holdings?
January 10, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
Diversification is the careful consideration and combination of a wide range of investments within a portfolio in an attempt to smooth overall volatility. Diversification is a broad term, however, and can be accomplished in different ways. Here, we will examine how this investment technique pertains to investing in precious metals.
- What is Qualitative Easing and How does it affect Markets?
January 10, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
Quantitative easing, affectionately referred to as “QE”, is a term that has been widely used in recent years. In fact, more people are likely familiar with this phrase than ever before. Given its coverage in the media, and its widespread use, we felt it prudent to provide a simple explanation of what QE is and how it can affect financial markets.
- What the End of the Stock Market Rally might mean for Precious Metals
January 10, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
Global equity markets have been on a tear in recent years, with the benchmark U.S. SP 500 index having made solid triple digit returns over the span of the last several years. Markets have been climbing since the 2009 lows, and continue to make new all-time highs. This run higher in the equity markets as well as current valuation levels obviously begs a few questions: -Will the rally continue? -Are stocks overpriced at current levels? -Is this a set up for a nasty correction? -What has driven such significant upside? We feel it is important to address some of these questions, as we believe the day will come when equity investors once again run for the exits. In turn, we believe that gold and precious metals could stand to benefit handsomely if and when this does in fact occur.
- Why Use a Depository?
January 10, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
When purchasing precious metals, buyers must take into consideration where they intend to store their gold, silver or other metals. While many may elect to store their metals at home or in a safe deposit box, this can become more challenging if larger quantities are being purchased. While the accessibility of home storage can be quite appealing, it does also represent a security concern. A safe deposit box, on the other hand, may offer superior security but comes with more limited access. While using a depository to store your precious metals does not provide immediate access to your metals, it does offer a cost-effective and secure solution to your precious metals storage needs.
- The Top 10 Reasons to Own Gold
January 10, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
While different investors may have different reasons for owning gold, there are several reasons that are very common among gold buyers. Here we will outline the top ten reasons to own physical gold.
- Industrial Use and Demand for Silver
January 10, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
When comparing the various uses of gold, silver, platinum and palladium, silver may have the most industrial uses and possibilities. Silver can be used in various industrial applications across a very wide range of industries. This puts silver in a somewhat unique position within the precious metals complex. Understanding this salient relationship is an important part of investing in silver.