Why Silver Is More Volatile Than Gold (And Why It Matters for Investors) 

Silver often moves more dramatically than gold—but the reason isn’t random. Learn why silver is more volatile than gold, from its smaller market and rigid supply to industrial demand and leveraged futures trading. Understanding these forces can help investors better navigate silver’s bigger price swings.

Gold Silver Prices: Short-Term Noise, Long-Term Signal

Gold and silver prices are full of short-term noise—daily swings driven by Fed commentary, currency moves, and speculative trading. But underneath the volatility lies a consistent long-term signal. Learn how to tell the difference, what structural forces actually drive precious metals prices over time, and how to build a strategy that stays focused on what matters most.

Gold vs Silver: The Liquidity Difference That Matters

Liquidity isn’t just about whether you can sell—it’s about how fast, how cleanly, and at what cost. Gold and silver both trade globally, but they don’t behave the same way when markets are stressed or timing matters. Gold maintains tight spreads and deep buyer networks even under pressure, while silver’s liquidity becomes complicated as dollar values increase. Understanding these practical differences helps investors allocate intelligently and avoid costly surprises when they need to act.

What the Falling Gold-to-Silver Ratio Means for Investors

The gold-to-silver ratio is experiencing significant shifts that present strategic opportunities for precious metals investors. Understanding why this key metric is falling—from surging industrial demand to economic recovery signals—can help you optimize your portfolio allocation between gold and silver. Learn how to use this powerful valuation tool to time your investments and discover specific strategies tailored to your risk tolerance.

If You’re Wrong About Inflation… What Saves You Then?

At the New Orleans Investment Conference, Mike Maloney answered a crucial question: are bonds still a safe haven? His answer was clear — in an era of endless debt and currency creation, gold and silver, not bonds, are the true insurance against systemic risk.

The 80/60 Gold-Silver Rule: A Smarter Way to Balance Your Portfolio 

The gold-to-silver ratio has guided investors for centuries — and the 80/60 rule makes it easy to use. When the ratio tops 80, silver is undervalued; near 60, gold offers better value. By following these thresholds, investors can rebalance with data, not emotion, and build a smarter, more balanced metals portfolio through every market cycle.

Is 25% Gold Your Portfolio Sweet Spot? A Data-Driven Deep Dive

In our latest video, Alan Hibbard walks you through over a century of market history — complete with live Excel dashboards — to show how gold can simultaneously boost returns and tame volatility. Here’s a closer look at the five most eye-opening takeaways.  1. Why Gold Truly Belongs in Every Portfolio  Gold isn’t just a hedge against inflation or financial panic—it’s a powerful engine for growth. Drawing on fresh research from Goldman Sachs, Alan shows how even a modest slice of gold can improve your risk-adjusted returns. Over rolling 10-year periods, portfolios with 10–25% gold consistently posted higher Sharpe ratios […]

“Nobody Can Nail The Peak” — The Honest Truth About Selling Metals

“Nobody can nail a peak. And if they say they can, they’re lying. If they do, they were lucky.”  With those frank words, Mike Maloney opens up about one of the most challenging aspects of precious metals investing: knowing when to sell. While countless “gurus” claim they can time the market perfectly, Mike takes a refreshingly honest approach — one based on mathematical ratios, not crystal balls.  The Two Ratios That Matter Most  Instead of focusing on price targets (which Mike considers largely irrelevant), he watches two key ratios that have proven reliable across multiple market cycles:  1. The Dow/Gold […]

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 […]

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 […]