There clearly has been an elevated amount of volatility in global financial markets recently. As the world attempts to normalise from the Covid shock, stresses in the supply chains has left consumers on both sides of the Atlantic looking at empty store shelves. And, the United States economy is once again at centre-stage with political tension around the US debt…
For anyone interested in the Krugerrand, the answer to the title question is just over fifty-four years ago. When they were first issued in 1967, these 22-carat coins, containing precisely one troy ounce of fine Gold, could have been purchased for just a tiny fraction of the metal’s peak value in recent years. They were initially produced to encourage private…
Once you’ve purchased Gold coins from Mr K, the next step is to decide how you will go about storing them. Remember, Bullion investments are not like stock investments! You need a physical location to store these precious assets. One that is safe and secure – not to mention feasible. (Discover Mr K’s safe custody service.) Storage options for Gold coins:…
As an investor, it is important to be knowledgeable on the market and the longevity of your investment portfolio. Gold and Silver has shown to be great investment opportunities within Precious Metals. Here are 5 benefits to keep in mind, when purchasing your next Bullion. 1. Wealth Preservation: Commodities like gold and silver are an important alternative to holding cash…
There are many variables that influence the price of Gold at any given time. Studying the past for potential clues, with regards to its potential future standing, is advised. Yet, it seems to be much more complex than to do merely that. For history has a sense of repeating itself, but change remains nothing if not a constant. In keeping…
South Africa has undergone the most dire of all weeks, at least so since the inception of our young democracy; and the Rand, as was expected, soon followed suit. However, its depreciation cannot be attributed to South Africa’s political turmoil alone, as the stronger dollar also played a significant role. Still, there is a Silver lining, in that the Rand…