In a review of the gold sector, Standard & Poor's looks at 2 ETFs, 3 stocks and 5 reasons to invest in the precious metal.
Many have held out hope for gold-mining stocks, but negative technical signals actually warned of this week's high-volume decline.
Recent price action in gold futures and ETFs suggests heightened volatility and further declines, making the risk prohibitively high now.
The drop in gold stocks Wednesday is a perfect opportunity to look at this mining play.
Fundamentally inspired picks from a market expert are put to the test by using technical analysis to validate the bullish outlook.
Technical action in the popular ETF and rampant bearish sentiment suggest that a buying opportunity could be set up in coming weeks.
Here are 3 main price drivers and 3 great ways to invest in the metal.
The precious metal may be building a base for the next rally, although folks who don't already own it may be best served by waiting a little longer.
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