Archive for August, 2011

The Price of Gold

Sunday, August 21st, 2011

The price of gold is near an all-time high and many analysts expect it to keep increasing in value. With the debt crisis spreading throughout major worldwide economies, gold is looking ever more attractive to investors looking for a safe haven in which to place their money. Gold has been used for its value since it was discovered due to its rarity and pliability. Gold is able to be easily formed into coins, yet it is hard to destroy. Add its rarity into the mix and you have a limited supply with high demand. Currencies have come and gone over the centuries, but gold has remained a constant source of value throughout history.

For the above reasons it is apparent that Cash for Gold is here to stay. So how does one correctly invest in this precious metal? There are a few different approaches to this, some of which are more attractive than others. The first method is to buy straight bullion. This is usually .999 pure gold and sells for the highest prices. The problem with owning bullion is that you need to store it yourself. A fireproof safe or a safety deposit box at a bank will work well for this method.

Another alternative is to invest in gold related ETFs. Exchange traded funds function just like shares of stocks do, and you don’t have to worry about storing your valuables anywhere. Although these do not directly mirror the price of gold per ounce, they are a great way to ride the value of gold upward over shorter periods of time.