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Why are humans seemingly hardwired to worship gold? It is unique amongst metals: it is malleable, it doesn’t tarnish, and it shines like nothing else. Over time it has come to symbolise wealth and status. It can represent goodness and fidelity but also greed and lust. Financial educator, author and broadcaster Alvin Hall explores why we are so obsessed with this particular metal, and what it represents around the world - in terms of wealth and symbolism - both historically and now.

They were a band of outsiders unable to get jobs with New York's gilded financial establishment. They would go on to corner the world's multitrillion-dollar oil market, reaping unimaginable riches while bringing the economy to its knees. Meet the self-anointed kings of the New York Mercantile Exchange. In some ways, they are everything you would expect them to be: a secretive, members-only club of men and women who live lavish lifestyles; cavort with politicians, strippers, and celebrities; and blissfully jacked up oil prices to nearly $150 a barrel while profiting off the misery of the working class.

In The New Case for Gold, James Rickards explains why gold is one of the safest assets for investors in times of political instability and market volatility and how every investor should look to add gold to his or her portfolio. Drawing on historical case studies, monetary theory and his personal experience as an investor, Rickards argues that gold should be a part of any prudent investor's portfolio.

Introducing "Gold Mining 101" – the ultimate guide for anyone seeking to enter the fascinating world of artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM)! Whether you're an entrepreneur looking for a new venture, an outdoor enthusiast seeking a unique challenge, or simply a gold enthusiast wanting to learn the ins and outs of this exciting industry, this comprehensive eBook is a must-read! This action-packed guide contains 38 informative chapters, packed with essential knowledge, tips, and advice to jumpstart your very own ASGM venture. "Gold Mining 101" offers a step-by-step roadmap, covering...

For Rupert Russell, the Brexit vote was only the latest shock in a decade full of them: the unstoppable war in Syria, huge migrant flows into Europe, beheadings in Iraq, children placed in cages on the U.S. border. In Price Wars, he sets out on a worldwide journey to investigate what caused the wave of chaos that consumed the world in the 2010s. Russell travels to Tunisia, Iraq, Venezuela, Ukraine, East Africa, and Central America and discovers that unrest in all these places was triggered by dramatic and mysterious swings in the price of essential commodities.

Do you want to know exactly what buying and selling silver bullion entails? This definitive eBook on silver bullion investing written by Doug West is for investors who want to enter the world of silver investing armed with all the information they need in order to succeed. The book discusses the buying power of silver. It is written in a way that easily convinces anyone who is still on the fence with regard to investing in silver bullion to make the decision by presenting facts and figures.

Rich Dad's Guide to Investing by Robert Kiyosaki is an effective guide for anyone who wants to become a truly rich and successful investor! No matter how much you know about investing, this book will be useful to you.

Savvy investors have inflation-proofed their assets for periods of high inflation. Knowing how to measure inflation and observing the first signs of inflation is key. Investing in the right securities, secure assets, solid currencies, and good, long-term debt can help. This book details several investment strategies to prepare for inflationary periods, rock-solid asset classes, and also has a plan for the worst-case scenario of hyperinflation. Even if you've never heard of inflation in your life, you will benefit from the knowledge in this book.

An easy-to-listen-to introduction for Phyzz or physical precious metals bullion and coin investors. This book covers and explains the underlying facts and basics of precious metals as an asset class. It also explains how and why physical precious metals continue to have utility in today's “modern” world of predominantly electronic markets, online trading, and highly specialized financial infrastructure.

Worried about losing your shirt on investments in precious metals? Cut through the noise with this simple and direct guide to putting your dollars to work. Trying to make a decent return on your nest egg but don’t know how? Have you avoided putting resource stocks and bonds in your portfolio because you’re unsure how they work? Want to make your money work harder and smarter? Every month, nearly half a million readers count on author Robert Moriarty’s website for key information on resource investments and mining. Now the experienced investor is here to share his expertise to increase...

In Crude Forecasts: Predictions, Pundits, and Profits in the Commodity Casino, Peter Sainsbury, economist, commodity investor and blogger at Materials Risk, shows how you can take back control.

What do shale gas, Elon Musk’s Tesla, and the global apparel chain Zara share in common? In Resource Revolution, management experts Stefan Heck and Matt Rogers describe how each in its own way exemplifies a resource revolution - a use of natural resources so effective it defies conventional wisdom and enables breakthrough performance where others see only limits and shortcomings.

Since the 2008 financial crisis, the price of gold has skyrocketed - in three years, it has more than doubled from $800 an ounce to $1,900. This massive spike kicked off an unprecedented global gold-mining and exploration boom, much bigger than the Gold Rush of the 1800s. In Gold, acclaimed author Matthew Hart takes you on an unforgettable journey around the world and through history to tell the incredible story of how gold became the world's most precious commodity.

$10,000 Gold is far more than a financial book. It is a tool of survival and prosperity. It leads the listener to a deeper understanding by showing the global economic and demographic trends that support a rational prediction for gold’s future value. $10,000 Gold advocates ownership of physical, uncompromised bullion and explains the benefits of a safe haven that has preserved wealth for more than 5,000 years.

In this comprehensive yet easy-to-read book, Michael Fox-Rabinovitz, Managing Partner of Chartwell Capital LLC, and a successful investor with over 25 years of experience, decodes the secrets, nuances, and benefits of collectible assets. He also provides a road map on how best to leverage fractional ownership to include collectible investments in your long-term financial plan.

In the Futures market, it's all about minimizing risk and maximizing your wallet. Buying something gives you one leg - selling something gives you another - and if you've got two legs to stand on, that's your spread. Anyone can make money by legging the spread, but if you're a woman, you need something else: the presence, savvy, and stomach to run with the bulls and make your way in this ultimate boys club.

Winner Take All is about the commodity dynamics that the world will face over the next several decades. In particular, it is about the implications of China’s rush for resources across all regions of the world. The scale of China’s resource campaign for hard commodities (metals and minerals) and soft commodities (timber and food) is among the largest in history.

Note: This is a Beginner's Basic Guide to Investing in Gold and Silver. Knowledge is power, and nowhere does this hold more truth than in investing. Clearly, investing in silver and gold will help protect your assets in the event of a currency collapse. While many people claim this can't happen, there are just as many signs pointing to it as a serious possibility.

Unlock the Secrets to a Profitable Crypto Mining Operation Are you ready to dive into the lucrative world of cryptocurrency mining but don't know where to start? "Crypto Mining: Building a Profitable Digital Currency Operation" is your ultimate guide to mastering the art and science of crypto mining. Whether you're a beginner eager to learn the basics or an experienced miner looking to optimize your setup, this comprehensive guide will transform your approach and boost your success. Inside this book, you'll discover: The Fundamentals of Cryptocurrency Mining: Understand what cryptocurrency ...

In 2007, a stranger-than-fiction multibillion-dollar bidding war for the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) erupted between the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) and Atlanta’s Intercontinental Exchange (ICE). Zero-Sum Game: The Rise of the World’s Largest Derivatives Exchange takes listeners behind the scenes of this battle to tell the gripping - and often comical - story of how the historic merger between CME and CBOT almost didn’t happen.