Are Mining Stocks a Trap? Mike and Alan Break Down 50 Years of Data

Are gold mining stocks really a leveraged bet on gold—or a long-term trap? Mike Maloney and Alan Hibbard analyze 50 years of data and reveal why physical gold has massively outperformed even the best mining companies, exposing the hidden risks of dilution, volatility, and poor timing that most investors underestimate.

5 Reasons Silver Surged Past $60 — Is $75 Next?

Silver has shattered its psychological barrier, breaking past $60 per ounce for the first time in history. This milestone in the precious metals bull market signals fundamental shifts in industrial demand and monetary dynamics that could sustain higher prices for years. Discover the five key drivers behind this unprecedented surge and why $75 may be the next target.

Ask Alan: The Three Questions to Ask Before Buying Any Asset in 2026 

Most investors lose money because they never learned how to choose investments in the first place. In 2026, you don’t need more complexity—you need clarity. Alan Hibbard’s 3-question framework cuts through market noise so you can evaluate any asset based on fundamentals, not emotions.

Silver’s Bull Run Didn’t Break — The CME Did

Silver’s rally didn’t break — the CME did. As trading halted across major markets, silver kept surging, breaking out above prior highs despite margin hikes. With confidence in fiat eroding and price signals returning, this move mirrors the explosive setup of the late 1970s. Silver may be leading the next major monetary shift.

Gold vs. Cash: The Cost of Holding Dollars in an Inflationary World 

Inflation quietly erodes the value of your dollars, making the gold vs cash debate more important than ever. Learn why gold preserves purchasing power while cash loses it — and how this affects long-term wealth.

Are We Entering a “Super Capital Rotation”?

Analysts warn we may be entering a Super Capital Rotation — a massive shift of money from stocks into silver and gold. In a new discussion with Northstar Bad Charts, Alan Hibbard breaks down why silver could be the key trigger, the $55–$56 breakout zone to watch, and how this setup echoes the late 1960s before metals went parabolic.

Is Now the Best Time to Buy Silver? [Silver 2025–2030 Forecasts]

Silver 2025–2030 forecasts point to sustained strength in the price of silver as soaring industrial demand, persistent supply deficits, and shifting global monetary trends reshape the market. Discover why analysts expect silver’s long-term outlook to remain one of the most compelling in the commodities sector.

The 12 Properties of Money: What Really Makes Something Valuable

In a world where everything — from your paycheck to your crypto wallet — claims to be “money,” Alan Hibbard asks a question few ever stop to consider:  What actually makes something a true store of value?  In Episode 3 of Hidden Secrets of Value, Alan breaks down the 12 properties that define real money, exposing why most currencies fail—and why gold continues to stand the test of time.  A $100 Gift Card and a Painful Lesson   In his twenties, Alan received a $100 Pier 1 gift card — a little stash of value he decided to save for later. But when […]

Gold Spot Price Signals: What It Reveals About Global Confidence

Gold spot price signals reveal much more than the current value of gold — they reflect global confidence, investor sentiment, and the flow of money across markets. Understanding how these signals work helps investors see gold not as a speculative asset, but as a real-time measure of economic trust and stability.

They’ve Put a Floor Under Gold and Silver Prices

At the New Orleans Investment Conference, Mike Maloney and Alan Hibbard reveal why central banks’ steady gold and silver buying has created a lasting price floor — signaling that smart money is positioning early, not late.