How to Invest in Gold and Silver in a SMSF
You can buy gold and silver in your SMSF, but note that you are likely to pay a premium as these assets are classed as collectibles. That said, this does not stop people from allocating a portion to their super. In fact, it’s a very popular option. Before you add a precious metals allocation to […]
Gold Price Prediction 2025: Trends, Forecasts, & Key Factors
Gold had a stellar year in 2024, increasing from AUD 3038 in January 2024 to AUD 4200 on December 31st, 2024—over a 35% increase! We also saw a 10% price increase between December 2024 and March 2025. As it appears, the price trajectory is not going down anytime soon. Thinking of what to expect in […]
Silver Price Prediction 2025: Trends, Forecasts, & Key Factors
You thought of investing in silver. Maybe you’ve heard it’s a hedge against inflation, the go-to asset for savvy Australian investors, or you just like diversifying your portfolio. But one big question still lingers: Where is the price of silver heading in 2025? Will silver prices increase as inflation and market volatility push investors toward […]
Silver Investing for Beginners: A Comprehensive Guide to Diversifying Your Portfolio
Precious metals like silver have served as an alternative to regular investment options such as bonds or stocks. When the economy is going through a rough time or facing inflationary pressures, some investors move towards silver and take a defensive position with their investment. The prices of silver saw a spike in March 2023 as […]
What is Driving Silver Demand?
Silver’s price reached a point never seen since 2012 in 2024. Despite Australia being the world’s sixth-largest silver producer, there is an ongoing deficit in silver supply for Australian investors. The International Precious Metals Institute recorded 2024 as the fourth consecutive year where silver demand outstripped supply, with a shortfall of around 182 million ounces. […]
Selling Your Gold & Silver: When & How
When you invest in gold and silver, you’re doing so to protect your wealth, add more value, and oftentimes, with the aim of selling for a profit. So when you’re at the stage of selling your gold or silver, you want to make sure that you’re able to approach it in the right way. Of […]
How to Store Your Gold and Silver Safely
When you invest in precious metals, it’s important to ensure that you keep them well protected. As you’ll be looking to make a return on any investment you make or choose for it to be a safe way to store your wealth, the way it is stored and cared for matters. This is very much […]
Physical Gold vs. Gold ETFs
Most investors hold gold as a backup should something go seriously wrong with the economy. Institutions and individuals view it as a way to preserve wealth even in the face of recession, conflict, or another catastrophe. But should you hold physical gold or buy ETFs that represent it? That’s a tricky question. Fortunately, this post […]
Physical Gold vs. Bitcoin
As stores of value, gold and Bitcoin seem related to each other. Many investors view them as hedges against inflation, with cryptocurrencies sometimes dubbed “digital gold.” But as you will see below, the differences between these assets can be substantial. One is not a direct substitute for the other. The purpose of this blog is […]
What is Platinum?
Platinum is a rare and precious metal that is widely regarded for its versatility and unique properties. Known by the chemical symbol Pt, it holds a special place both in industrial applications and ornamental use. Unlike many other metals, platinum is actually highly resistant to corrosion, which enhances its desirability in a number of different […]