Gold’s poor relation is now the belle of the ball
THE AUSTRALIAN FINANCIAL REVIEW – SPECIAL REPORT – ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENTS
Silver may be the sleeping giant of investments, writes Miriam Hechtman.
Often referred to as gold’s poorer cousin, silver may not be far behind on the yellow brick road. The current ratio of gold−silver prices is about 53:1, and investment in the “other” metal is gaining interest. [...]
Midas touch needed in times of uncertainty
THE AUSTRALIAN FINANCIAL REVIEW – SPECIAL REPORT – ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENTS
Shaky markets are driving interest in gold as a store of value when other investments look less inviting, writes Miriam Hechtman.
Mark Twain once said “a gold mine is a hole in the ground with a liar on top”. So with the world economy shaky, the US [...]
