Hook: If you follow precious metals, you’ve probably seen bold claims that a U.S. military study “confessed” America’s vulnerability and secretly centered silver in a hidden resource war. The truth is both less dramatic and more investable: silver is not named as a top strategic mineral in that study—but in 2025 its industrial and monetary … Read more

Hook: Imagine turning yesterday’s frying oil into tomorrow’s bullion. It sounds like alchemy, but new research suggests cooking oil silver recovery from e-waste might be practical, scalable, and dramatically cleaner than traditional methods. For gold and silver investors in the U.S., coin investors, general readers, and bullion buyers, this is more than a quirky lab … Read more

Hook: A weatherproof case holding a code redeemable for $1 million in gold is hidden somewhere in Canada—and anyone with patience, good boots, and sharper-than-average puzzle skills can try to find it. For U.S. gold and silver investors, coin investors, bullion buyers, and the general audience, this “real-world riddle” isn’t just entertainment; it’s an education in how precious metals … Read more

Hook: If you’ve spent years hunting vintage Prospectors or bar varieties, stop scrolling: the Engelhard brand revival is real—and it’s bringing back some of the most recognizable bullion designs ever struck. Announced on day one of the ANA World’s Fair of Money in Oklahoma City, the relaunch pairs MKS PAMP Group with BASF ECMS (the brand owner) to deliver a modern lineup … Read more

Hook: The front door to America’s bullion supply just got a little wider. A Colorado wholesaler—Upstate Coin & Gold—has been approved as a U.S. Mint authorized purchaser, giving it direct access to American Eagle Gold and American Buffalo coins and adding fresh competition to the tightest part of the U.S. precious-metals pipeline. TL;DR: The U.S. Mint authorized purchaser system is … Read more

Hook: If you’ve noticed your local coin shop looking a little busier lately, you’re not imagining things. Gold and silver coin demand is surging—even as spot prices for precious metals hold in a relatively steady trading range. Dealers report brisk turnover, collectors are lining up for new releases, and long-term investors are adding coins as a straightforward hedge … Read more

Hook: If you woke up thinking a 2–3% U.S. premium on palladium and silver means tariff risk is priced-in for 2025, think again. The market’s calm surface hides a policy storm—US tariffs on palladium and silver could reroute supply chains, widen spreads, and upend hedging strategies for investors, dealers, and manufacturers alike. TL;DR: U.S. futures … Read more

TL;DR: Asian gold demand—led by China and India—now accounts for more than half of global consumer purchases. That physical appetite is spilling into the gold derivatives market, with COMEX Micro Gold (MGC) futures seeing a surge in trading during Asian hours. Prices are at or near record highs in 2025, supported by expectations of further U.S. rate cuts, ongoing … Read more