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• Just How Low Will Silver Correct? - That Could Depend on the Stock Market

  October 27, 2010, 12:00 PM

  China seems to be hoarding silver and gaining a grip lock on rare earth minerals. Silver's decline could actually be greater than currently projected due to the fact that its recent rally exceeded expectation as well. Its reaction to other markets, especially the general stock market, will likely determine the ultimate bottom for the current downswing. Silver’s price is likely to move higher eventually but numerous indications point towards price declines before we see any rallies in the future. The same goes for mining stocks.

  
  

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• Tight supply to complement robust demand

  October 26, 2010, 12:00 PM

  The supply side is undeniably more significant in determining prices for precious metals than other commodities. The significance of the supply side stems from the depleting natural reserves for precious metals and a perceivable stagnation in exploration activities. We analyze the supply side of precious metals in this commentary and reinforce the bullish view in the long term. A favorable demand-supply gap makes it the perfect place to park your funds for protection against adverse market fluctuations and steady long term returns.

  
  

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• Has Gold Fallen Far Enough? Not Necessarily.

  October 24, 2010, 12:00 PM

  This week we provide three different gold charts that tell us that the gold price did not fall enough nor is the decline severe enough to be clearly seen from a very long-term perspective. We will have a period of price correction and consolidation as gold gathers strength to again move higher. This could take a while.

  
  

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• Robust Long Term Demand Fundamentals for Precious Metals

  October 20, 2010, 12:00 PM

  With investors returning to the markets post recession and industrial demand picking up, precious metals appear set for gains in the next few years. Gold prices are likely to be boosted by investment demand. Other precious metals, particularly palladium and platinum, are expected to remain closely tied to industrial activity.

  
  

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• Inflation Expectations and Gold Prices

  October 20, 2010, 12:00 PM

  It’s possible that the Federal Reserve is fueling expectations on inflation to encourage American consumers to spend more of their money today. But the question is, “Can this untested theory really work and won’t it backfire?”

  
  

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• Mining Stocks, Silver Set for Short-Term Correction

  October 19, 2010, 12:00 PM

  Based on past trends for similar length rallies, there is a good chance we will see a sharp decline in silver’s price very soon. Indications from the XAU Index chart have strong bearish implications in the short term, even considered apart from other signals.

  
  

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• Gold - Enough Vigor to Delay the Inevitable?

  October 17, 2010, 12:00 PM

  It seems that there is not enough oomph in the rally in precious metals to keep it up for much longer and delay the inevitable correction. In this essay we provide you with one of the reasons behind the above observation. Additionally, we provide new proprietary charts on the effect of stock options' expirations on the price of gold.

  
  

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• International Politics Will Continue to Affect Gold Prices

  October 13, 2010, 12:00 PM

  The rapid rise in gold prices is stimulating concerns over the "gold bubble". But how relevant is this concern? With China pushing to end the dollar's dominance in the global market, will the gold take its place?

  
  

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• Correction in Precious Metals - How Low and How Long?

  October 12, 2010, 12:00 PM

  Multiple signs point to a consolidation period in the near-term for gold, mining stocks and silver. This is consistent with expectations in the gold and silver markets themselves but as is the case there, the consolidation period is expected to be minimal before we are likely to again see an upswing and additional rally in the precious metals sector. When’s the best time to enter the precious metals market? We provide the answer.

  
  

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• Is the Seesaw About to Tilt With the Dollar Up, Gold Down?

  October 9, 2010, 12:00 PM

  The magnitude of the rapid rise in gold, silver and mining stocks has been amazing since August, until Thursday, when a correction surprised many Investors. But we have been giving a heads up to our Subscribers so they were ready. We are close to the temporary turning point and we give you tips on how to take advantage of the possible consolidation. The global currency war will only help gold in the long term. There are multiple turning points at hand in many world markets.

  
  

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• We May Need to Wait for the Next Strong Upleg

  October 6, 2010, 12:00 PM

  From the short perspective we see gold, silver and mining stocks moving higher, however, many points from this week's analysis suggest consolidation. Will consolidation take place or will precious metals ignite another powerful upleg without a moment's pause? We project a target of $1,500. Investors who wish to trade on a short-term basis should exercise caution. Mining stocks could under perform precious metals before the consolidation after which they will present a good buying opportunity.

  
  

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• Looming Currency War Drives Investors Once Again to Gold

  October 4, 2010, 12:00 PM

  As the United States continues to suffer from weak economic growth, talks are beginning to circulate about a looming currency war. In this article, we will look into how the US has responded to China’s undervalued currency, what other options it has, and how these will affect individual investors.

  
  

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• In Gold We Trust - The Fed Can't Print It

  October 3, 2010, 12:00 PM

  It seems that gold will need to consolidate before going higher, but once it corrects, it's not out of question that the price will reach $1,500. We’re looking forward to several more years of the precious metals bull market, especially in silver. We compare previous breakouts in silver order to measure and estimate probable target levels for the near-term. We also examine how Phi, known as the golden number, helps us analyze the markets.

  
  

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• The Dollars Dominance: Is This the Beginning of the End?

  September 16, 2010, 12:00 PM

  Is the dollar losing its dominance in the global trade? In this article, we will look at the rising importance of the Chinese yuan in Asia and what this would mean for the US dollar.

  
  

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• Do Huge Volumes for Gold Indicate More Upside or Is Caution Needed?

  September 16, 2010, 12:00 PM

  Gold seems relentless. It has moved above its previous high and it has done so on huge volume. But the RSI indicator points to caution. What do one do? Should we heed the old adage "When in doubt, stay out?" This week we look at two important developments in the long-term GLD SPDR chart and we compare the spikes in volume to similar spike that we saw this past May. What can we learn from that?

  
  

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