The Truth About #PreciousMetals For #Survivalists. The Truth About Precious Metals For Survivalists – Survival, Survivalist, Emergency Preparedness Blog. As a frequent reader of the Survivalist Daily, I stumbled on an article that had combated against some of the precious metals advocates in the preppers community. And although it had some good points I wanted to make a claim for why precious metals are still, and always have been, a great store of value and are great for survivalists to prepare with. There are a few common misconceptions associated with precious metals and how they may not be helpful to a preparedness plan for either a SHTF scenario or potential economic collapse. If I can’t eat it, drink it, or use it to defend myself, I don’t need it. I’ll just get stuck buying some worthless coins and never get anything out of them. Although these are some generally popular perspectives, they are completely misguided and incorrect.
So how can precious metals be useful for survivalists when the economy collapses? The truth is, precious metals are essential for survivalists and will help you stay prepared for all sorts of upcoming turmoil. #Investing in Physical #Gold: A Brief Guide for Beginners. Investing in Physical Gold: A Brief Guide for Beginners - Everybody Loves Your Money. #PreciousMetals Markets Outlook 2018. Precious Metals Markets Outlook 2018. The first trading days of 2018 are confirming signs of renewed investor interest in the precious metals sector after a long period of malaise. Gold and silver markets entered the year with some stealth momentum after quietly posting gains late in 2017.
Gold finished the year above $1,300/oz. – its best yearly close since 2012. Over the past five years, the yellow metal has been basing out in a range between $1,050 and $1,400. A push above $1,400 later this year would therefore be significant. It would get momentum traders and mainstream financial reporters to take notice. The alternative investing world was enthralled by Bitcoin in 2017. Stimulus to Push Up Commodity Prices Again Even as the Federal Reserve vows to continue raising its benchmark interest rate and “normalizing” its balance sheet, a flood of new fiat stimulus is set to hit the economy.
For years, many corporations have hoarded business assets overseas in more favorable tax environments. Mining Output Continues to Decline.