Mar 2024
LBMA: All You Need to Know
If you've invested in precious metals, you might be familiar with the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA). The LBMA is an international trade association that governs strict standards and quality assurance for the global precious metals market. One of the first things you’ll learn as a precious metals trader is to buy LBMA-approved products -... Read more
Mar 2024
After a quiet time, gold has been revitalised
Is the range change sustainable? Since we last wrote I have been on holiday and it seems that for much of the middle part of February both gold and silver were quiet, and range-bound but with a marginally positive bias. As is often the case this allows for a period of pressure to build and heralds a change of range. That came about last Friday w... Read more
Feb 2024
What are the Top Silver Coins for Investment?
Investing in silver coins offers an excellent blend of tangibility, intrinsic value, and collectibility. But with such an extensive selection to choose from it can be difficult to decide which silver coins to buy. To help you out, we’ve rounded up the best silver coins for investment. The coins on this list have widespread recognition, high liqui... Read more
Feb 2024
What Are the Best Gold Bars to Buy?
One of the best ways to invest in physical gold is buying gold bars. While gold coins certainly have their own unique benefits and collectible value, nothing compares to the prestige of a pure gold bar. If you’re looking to invest in gold bars, the first thing to consider is which brand to buy. Browse our collection and you’ll find an extensive r... Read more
Feb 2024
What is the Gold Silver Ratio? Gold Silver Ratio Chart
The gold/silver ratio is a metric used to determine the relative value of silver to gold. It's used by traders to spot ideal opportunities for buying or selling gold and silver. If you're new to the world of precious metals trading, or want to understand more about the gold/silver ratio, you're in the right place. In this article, we'll explain wh... Read more
Feb 2024
The Fineness and Purity Of Silver Explained
Silver is an extremely malleable metal. In its purest form, it’s softer than both platinum and gold. Because of this pliability, silver is alloyed with other metals - typically copper - to increase its durability and strength. Fineness and purity are two measures that allow investors to understand how much silver content is in any given item. Sil... Read more
Feb 2024
Gold trying to move higher, but still very sensitive to US numbers
Please note this will be the last weekly note until Monday 4thMarch. A sharp gold rally towards $2,060 after Jay Powell And an equally sharp reversal after strong payroll numbersChinese premia are gradually easing While silver is still underperforming on economic uncertainty Gold remains keenly attuned to nuances over the US economy and the rate... Read more
Jan 2024
How to Tell The Difference Between Real and Fake Silver
After gold, silver is the second-most popular precious metal for investing. It’s a reliable and attractive metal with several industrial applications, making it extremely valuable and highly sought after. But like with other items of value, silver can be counterfeited. When people don’t know what to look out for, they can mistakenly fall for thes... Read more
Jan 2024
How to Invest in Platinum: Tips & Strategies
Platinum is one of the most valuable precious metals, recognized for its extreme rarity and diverse range of industrial applications. Its high value, scarcity, and triple-threat features as a precious metal, industrial metal, and green metal make platinum an attractive investment option for anyone looking to diversify their portfolio. In this gui... Read more
Jan 2024
StoneX Bullion round-up Monday 29th January 2024
Gold is now consolidating above $2,000; upside still favoured but not yet Gold outlook remains positive for this year, due to a range of uncertainties. Spot is trading at $2,030 as we write after gaining $10 on news of the Evergrande liquidation.In our last note, a week ago, we suggested that gold needed some time to consolidate; it is doing so For... Read more