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02/11/2023

We know inflation has affected every part of American life, but did it really need to touch our morning coffee, too?

Recent inflation statistics show that the price of coffee rose 14.3% this last year and 38.8% over the last three years.

What else will continued high inflation and economic volatility change about our day-to-day lives or investment portfolios?

With the looming recession and ever-increasing interest rates, now is the time to take an active approach to portfolio diversification.

And we don’t discuss these concerns regarding high inflation and the U.S. economy without having done our due diligence and research.

This is why we, at GBI, have made our entire Resource Library free and accessible to investors.

Click the link below and gain access to more data and research that will help you make informed decisions about the diversification of your client’s portfolios.

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Sources: Fox News, CNN, Mashed; data from December 2021 - December 2022 and December 2019 - December 2022

02/08/2023

Inflation has been a continuous concern for investors despite The Fed’s eighth consecutive rate hike.

Throughout 2022, we examined how inflation has impacted consumer spending and what it has done to consumer purchasing power.

If you're wondering when the reprieve from inflation will come…

Patrick Hogan,the Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, stated: “This period of inflation could end by the middle of 2023.”

Like millions of other Americans, we hope this to be true.

However, there are no guarantees.

This is why diversifying your portfolio with hard assets like gold and silver could prove beneficial to your client’s wealth preservation strategy.

Not only do these physical precious metals have a history of hedging inflation, but they are also powerful preservers of purchasing power.

Want access to more data and research that will help you make informed decisions about the diversification of your client’s portfolios? Click the link to get our GBI Resource Library for free now!

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Sources: USDA, Fox News, CNBC, Forbes

Patrick Hogan, the chief executive officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, stated: “This period of inflation could end by the middle of 2023.”

02/06/2023

Last December’s 6.5% inflation rate may not be as shocking when compared to June of 2022's 9.1%. However, when looking at the year-over-year (YoY) percent change in food, it’s quite alarming.

Just last month, the average cost for a pound of butter was $3.18 - up 31.4% from the year before.

With high inflation continuing into 2023, the cost of groceries is expected to not just remain high, but climb.

The USDA has predicted food prices will increase between 4.2% and 10.1% in 2023.

In no uncertain terms, inflation is actively diminishing the buying power of the Dollar. Even though people are making more money overall, they're able to purchase less due to rising prices.

Guard your client’s wealth from the effects of inflation and consider diversifying with a safe-haven asset like physical gold.

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Sources: USDA, Fox News, In2013Dollars; Data from December 2021- December 2022

02/04/2023

Can you believe that New York City didn’t rank for the Top 5 Cities Influenced by Inflation in 2022?

NYC came in at the 10th place with a CPI increase of 6.3% while Miami topped the list with a year-over-year (YoY) inflation increase of 9.9%!

The other top four metro areas that came in after Miami include:

Tampa - St. Petersburg - Clearwater, FL, up 9.6%.
Dallas - Ft. Worth - Arlington, TX, up 8.4%.
Riverside - San Bernardino - Ontario, CA, up 7.5%.
Seattle - Tacoma - Bellevue, WA, up 8.4%.

Precious metals like gold and silver have historically hedged inflation by either appreciating in value or reducing portfolio drawdowns during high inflationary periods.

By the end of 2022, the S&P 500 was down 19.4%, whereas silver was up 2.95% and gold only down by .13%!

Your clients trust that you will manage their wealth in a way that provides a return on their investment as well as protects their nest eggs during times when the market is volatile and inflation is high.

Precious metals like gold and silver are often used by investors as a strategic asset class that helps protect wealth during times of market volatility and high inflation.

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Sources: Yahoo Finance, Fox Business, CPM Group

02/02/2023

After a long, cold winter felt across America, Punxsutawney Phil is making his debut today!

Groundhog Day is a special day of meteorological folklore that combines weather prediction, animals, and superstition.

If the groundhog sees its shadow, it will come back into its den - meaning six more weeks of winter.

If the groundhog does not see its shadow then spring is on the way.

So keep an eye out for whatever little furry creature emerges from its burrow today – you could learn something about the season ahead!

Here's to a winter of celebrations or a speedy transition to spring!

Do you think Punxsutawney Phil will see his shadow today?

02/01/2023

Black History Month is an important time for us to reflect on the resilience and courage of African-Americans who have helped shape our societies.

We, at GBI, recognize and celebrate the success of talented, dedicated African-American entrepreneurs throughout history whose amazing achievements have helped change our society, culture and industry in innumerable ways.

Black culture and stories deserve to be heard, celebrated and uplifted, this month and beyond.

01/31/2023

Daily life involves many economic decisions, from consumer purchasing choices, to investing and saving for retirement.

With an ever-changing market and new macroeconomic circumstances emerging all the time, knowledge of the economy can help you make sound decisions that set you up for financial success.

With Hug an Economist Day upon us, let us all take a moment to be grateful for the men and women that work day-in and day-out crunching numbers so we can make informed financial decisions that not only affect us, but future generations.

We know that financial education is key to building wealth and financial security. That is why we, at GBI, provide investors with access to a free library of research, and data compiled by industry experts so that you can make informed decisions about you and your clients' portfolios.

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01/30/2023

How do you ensure you’re getting investment grade precious metals at the best price?

Why investors choose GBI:

GBI sources gold and silver for clients by bidding each client order out to a network of institutional dealers and refiners who compete to achieve the lowest possible purchase price for the client.

GBI’s wealth offering is made up of three coins produced by sovereign mints and varied bars of all sizes. All the bars are LBMA (London Bullion Market Association) recognized brands.

GBI’s client metal is stored in third-party, non-banking vaults where the metal appears on the client’s statement, is insured through Lloyds of London, and is physically audited by an outside accounting firm on a quarterly basis.

GBI’s network of dealers and refiners are some of the largest firms in the U.S. precious metals market, it provides clients with access to deep liquidity without any conflicts of interest that could be associated with a proprietary model.

If this wasn’t compelling enough, we also provide clients with our collection of physical precious metals research, data, and resources to help you make informed decisions about you and your clients diversification strategy.

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01/28/2023

Is the 60/40 portfolio a practice of the past?

For the last half a century, the 60/40 portfolio has been the standard for many investment portfolios.

But with an increasingly uncertain economic climate, this traditional mix might not be as effective as it once was.

An independent survey conducted by Mercer of RIAs, financial advisors, alternative asset managers, and other industry professionals revealed that 85% of respondents said their clients were looking to invest in new products or structures within alternative investments.

The survey also indicated that:

- 88% of financial advisors intend to increase their allocations to alternative asset classes over the next two years;

- 52.6% are considering raising their alternative asset allocations to over 15%; and

- 20.6% estimate that their alternative asset allocations will exceed 25%.

By investing in physical precious metals such as gold and silver, investors are able to build an additional layer of portfolio insurance with physical assets that have stood the test of time.

Are you looking for sources of data and research to make informed decisions about the diversification of your clients' portfolios? Click the link to get our GBI Resource Library for free now!

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Sources: Ruffer, RIA Intel

01/25/2023

The 1,200 Ultra-High-Net-Worth individuals part of the Tiger 21 network are ditching stocks this year and putting their bets on the real estate, tech, and healthcare sectors in 2023.

Worth a collective $130 billion dollars, these investors and entrepreneurs have a reputation for preserving their wealth.

However, something they might want to consider adding to their investment portfolios as they divest from stocks is physical precious metals, especially gold, which historically has been a safe hedge against markets in times of turmoil.

As we head into recessionary waters, it’s important to note how gold has performed over the last six recessions. Take a look at the chart above.

During the 2020 recession, gold appreciated 5.6% while the S&P 500 ended the year down by 1.4%.

In 2007-2008, while the S&P 500 lost 37.4% of its value, gold prices surged by a whopping 16.3%.

During the market downturn of 2001, gold appreciated by 5% while the S&P 500 lost almost 2% of its value.

And although during 1981 and 1990 recessions gold underperformed the S&P 500, it still appreciated in value.

So as these ultra-high-net-worth investors look to protect their portfolios from a recessionary environment, there is historical evidence which shows that gold can be a compelling asset class for wealth preservation.

Are you a high-net-worth individual or do you represent clients who are and wondering how physical precious metals can help during this volatile economic period?

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Source: Fortune

01/23/2023

It’s no secret that physical gold is a safe-haven asset investors flock to during times of market dislocation.

But have you seen its performance against stocks, bonds and real estate over the last 22 years?

Gold appreciated in value by 524.8% whereas the S&P 500, Case-Shiller Home Price Index, and Vanguard Total Bond Index only appreciated by 304.6%, 202.5%, and 134.5% respectively.

With long-term returns like that, should investors really only consider gold as portfolio insurance?

Let us know what you think in the comments below!

01/22/2023

Chinese New Year is one of the most important social and economic holidays in Chinese culture.

Always accompanied with red and gold hues, the colors of joy, wealth, and prosperity, these shades often adorn envelopes filled with luck-invoking cash.

However, what often accompanies these different papers is physical gold.

For centuries, gold has been a symbol of prosperity and strength in Chinese culture.

During the Lunar New Year festivities, it is believed that these tokens not only help represent their homage to past emperors, but also signify passing good luck and fortune on to the receiver for the year to come.

The demand for gold during this time of year is astronomical, with average monthly retail sales as high as $2 Billion USD in the month of December in preparation for the Lunar New Year.

This holiday is one of the many reasons why gold is seen as a great investment.

It's this deep seeded traditional and inherent value of gold that makes it the historical store of value used as portfolio insurance.

From our GBI family to yours, this Chinese New Year we wish you a year of luck, prosperity and abundance.

All average monthly data between Jan 1998 and Dec 2019 in USD

Sources: Global Times, WGC, The Royal Mint, Gold Hub

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