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 […]

Thinking About Selling Gold or Silver? Watch This First

When should you exit your gold and silver investments? And more importantly… how?  In this eye-opening video, Mike Maloney shares why his exit strategy is already in motion — and why converting back into fiat currency may not be the smartest move.  You’ll learn:  Plus, Mike offers a sneak peek into his upcoming appearances at Rebel Capitalist Live and his Freedom Farms event — where personal freedom meets financial insight.  👉 Watch the video now and start thinking differently about how — and when — you make your move.