Gold vs Bitcoin: Which Is the Better Store of Value in 2026?
Gold and Bitcoin both compete for the store-of-value role, but they behave very differently. Here is how to compare scarcity, volatility, liquidity, custody, and portfolio use in 2026.
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Timely updates on gold prices, central bank activity, and market-moving events.
RSSGold at $4,867: Why the April 2026 Rally Survived Every Headwind
Gold rallied to $4,867 on April 17, 2026 — a fourth consecutive weekly gain — even as failed Iran talks, $100 oil, a hawkish Fed, and a slowing central bank bid all argued for a pullback. The textbook drivers say sell. The price keeps going up. Here's what's actually moving the metal.
The Silver Squeeze of 2026: How COMEX Ran Out of Silver
Silver went from $53 to $121.62 in six months. COMEX registered inventory fell 31% in weeks. The short squeeze that bullion forums predicted for years finally arrived — here's the mechanical reality behind it.
What Happens to Gold If the Iran War Ends?
The US-Iran ceasefire expires April 21. Gold is at $4,800 — down 14% from its wartime peak of $5,589. How much of the rally is war premium, and how much is structural?
Should You Rebalance Gold After the 2026 Rally?
Gold's 2026 surge has pushed many portfolios past their target allocation. Here's a simple framework for when to trim, when to hold, and how taxes change the math.
Why Countries Are Hoarding Gold: The 7 Biggest Buyers and Their Motives
Central banks bought 1,000+ tonnes of gold for the third straight year. But why? Each country has a different reason — and understanding them reveals where gold is headed.
Gold vs S&P 500 in 2026: Q1 Scorecard
Gold returned +18% in Q1 2026. The S&P 500 returned +4%. Here's the full scorecard and what it means for your portfolio allocation.
Why Gold Miners Are Lagging the Gold Price in 2026
Gold is at $4,700+ but the largest gold mining stocks are barely keeping up. Here's why miners are lagging — and whether they're a contrarian opportunity.
Is Gold Taxed as a Collectible? What Investors Need to Know
Gold investors face a higher tax rate than stock investors. Here's exactly how gold is taxed in the US — and legal strategies to reduce your bill.
Dollar-Cost Averaging Into Gold: Does It Actually Work?
Everyone says to dollar-cost average, but does it actually work for gold? We ran the numbers on 20 years of data. The results might surprise you.
How Central Banks Are Buying Record Gold — And What It Means for You
Central banks are buying more gold than at any time since the 1960s. This isn't a blip — it's a structural shift that's reshaping the gold market.
What Drives the Gold Price? 5 Factors Every Investor Should Know
Gold doesn't move randomly. Five forces drive nearly every major move in the gold price — and understanding them gives you a real edge as an investor.
When to Buy Gold: Timing Strategies That Actually Work
Gold is at all-time highs — should you buy now or wait for a pullback? We break down the timing strategies that actually work, backed by data.
Gold Hits $4,600 in April 2026: What's Driving the Rally?
Gold surpassed $4,600/oz in April 2026 — up 20% year-to-date. Central bank buying, Fed uncertainty, and geopolitical tensions are driving the surge.