How Much of Your Portfolio Should Be in Precious Metals?

With market volatility and inflation fears on the rise, more investors are turning to precious metals to protect and diversify their portfolios. But that raises an important question: how much should you actually allocate to gold and silver?  The answer depends on your goals, risk tolerance, and financial outlook. In this article, we’ll break down what makes precious metals such a powerful addition to your portfolio, and how to find the right precious metal allocation for your investing style.  Why Precious Metals Still Matter  Gold and silver endure because they’re tangible assets with intrinsic value—no corporate earnings reports or central-bank […]

Gold Has Entered Its Third and Final Stage: Why $10,000 Per Ounce Could Be Coming

For two decades, Mike Maloney has been waiting for this moment.  The bestselling author of The Great Gold and Silver Rush of the 21st Century believes gold has just entered the third and final stage of its massive bull market — the stage where it makes its greatest gains in the shortest period of time.  “I’ve been waiting a long time for this,” says Maloney, who started investing in gold in 2002 and founded GoldSilver in 2005. “And the evidence is there.”  The Three Stages of Gold’s Bull Market  According to Maloney’s analysis, every major gold bull market follows three distinct […]

London Fix Price: A Century-Old Benchmark in Precious Metals

The London Fix Price stands as one of the most influential benchmarks in the global precious metals market, setting daily reference prices that ripple through the entire bullion industry. From major institutional traders to individual investors, this century-old pricing mechanism affects how gold and silver are valued worldwide, directly impacting the bullion premiums that retail investors pay when purchasing physical metals.  What Is the London Fix Price?  The London Fix Price, formally known as the LBMA Price, is a daily benchmark price for precious metals established by the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) and its member banks. These institutions represent […]

Silver Is Flashing a Rare Signal — And History Says Gold Investors Should Pay Attention

“The last time I saw silver behave like this, gold went on a historic run.”  That’s how Mike Maloney opens his latest video analysis — and if you’ve been watching the precious metals markets, you know Mike doesn’t make statements like this lightly.  With decades of experience analyzing precious metals cycles, Mike has developed an uncanny ability to spot patterns that most investors miss. And right now, he’s seeing something that’s only appeared twice before in the past 40 years.  Both times, investors who recognized this pattern early had the opportunity to dramatically increase their gold holdings — without buying […]

The Hidden Chart Pattern That’s Predicted Every Silver Boom

Silver just flashed a rare breakout signal — Mike explains why this could lead to triple-digit prices.

Your Chance to Learn from Mike Maloney Face-to-Face

For years, Mike Maloney has turned down speaking engagements and group events, preferring to focus on research and creating educational content for the GoldSilver community.  But now, he’s making an exception.  Mike will spend an entire week aboard a luxury cruise ship at the Investor Summit at Sea, working directly with a small group of investors. This isn’t your typical conference where speakers disappear after their presentation. Instead, you’ll share meals with Mike, attend intimate workshops, and have those impromptu deck conversations where the real insights happen.  An All-Star Lineup  Mike won’t be alone. He’ll be joined by:  Together, they’ll […]

This Rare Silver Signal Has Preceded Every Major Silver Rally — And It Just Flashed Again

Is silver on the cusp of an explosive move?  In a recent presentation, Mike Maloney revisited a long-standing chart pattern — one that has been over 45 years in the making — and delivered a bold forecast: silver’s breakout above $36 signals the beginning of what he calls a “slingshot move,” a rapid, potentially exponential rally that could usher in triple-digit silver prices in the near future.  But while technical patterns tell part of the story, it’s the economic backdrop that makes this moment so compelling. Let’s unpack why this time may be different — and why silver could be […]

Bullion Premiums Explained: How to Spot Reasonable Prices? 

So, you’re thinking about investing in gold or silver? Smart move, especially with gold hitting an all-time high of $3,500.20 per troy ounce in 2025, and silver surging 15% already this year. But here’s something crucial many new investors overlook: understanding bullion premiums can be the difference between a savvy purchase and overpaying.  Let’s break down everything you need to know about premiums so you can invest with confidence.  The Two-Part Price Tag: Spot Price vs. Premium  When you’re shopping for gold or silver, you’ll notice the price isn’t just about the metal’s value. Every bullion product actually has two […]

Gold Price Surge: Safe Haven Rally on Ukraine War, U.S. Tariffs

Gold is making headlines as investors flock to safe-haven assets amid rising global tensions and economic uncertainty. With geopolitical conflicts escalating and concerns mounting over U.S. fiscal stability, gold is once again proving its value as a protective hedge in volatile times. Gold is flexing its muscles again, nearing $3,400/oz, thanks to rising global risks. The metal is benefitting from increased demand for safety assets as investors react to renewed Ukraine-Russia conflict and a spike in U.S.-China trade tensions. Ukraine’s recent military strikes deep into Russian territory and U.S. tariff hikes on metals are fueling uncertainty — conditions where gold […]

India Gold Demand Slump Deepens as Asia Faces Soaring Prices

The India gold demand slump is worsening as soaring prices and seasonal factors like the early monsoon continue to weigh on buying activity. India’s gold market is seeing deepening discounts as local prices approach all-time highs, discouraging consumer demand. Dealers are now selling gold at up to $56 below official rates — nearly double last week’s discount. Seasonal factors like the early monsoon, combined with already high interest rates across Asia, have further weakened physical gold buying. This trend reflects how macro conditions and seasonality can sharply influence retail gold demand in major markets. While the India gold demand slump […]