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Gold can be leveraged in more than one way. Some investors choose coins or bars they can own directly. Others choose digital securities designed to provide exposure to gold through an Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) or such as stocks in gold mining companies.
The question is: What role do you want gold to play in your broader financial strategy?
That answer may depend on your goals, time horizon, liquidity needs, storage preferences, account structure, and tolerance for different types of risk.
As the U.S. government debt surged past $40 trillion last week, the U.S. Treasury announced plans to ramp up buybacks of long-dated government debt.
The unexpected move is part of an effort to address the highest borrowing costs in years. The statement sent both the U.S. currency and Treasury yields lower, making gold a more attractive alternate investment. Last Friday, gold topped a three-month high and headed for a third weekly rally in response. While yields have mostly rebounded since then, government debt is back on investors’ minds.
Treasury data reported last week showed total U.S. government debt outstanding above $40 trillion for the first time. The milestone is significant, but it is not, by itself, a forecast of runaway inflation, a currency crisis, or a market collapse.
It does, however, reinforce a question long-term investors should consider: How can a portfolio remain resilient when government borrowing is expanding and future policy decisions may affect purchasing power?
For all American investors, the answer should include a measured allocation to precious metals.
Especially in this environment of rapidly expanding national debt.
Debt growth and money supply are related.
But not identical.
Government debt reflects accumulated borrowing, while the money supply is influenced by factors such as bank lending, Federal Reserve policy, and financial-market conditions.
Still, persistent deficits and increased borrowing can contribute to an environment in which investors pay closer attention to inflation, interest rates, currency risk, and the real value of fixed-dollar assets. The economic outcome is never certain. Inflation may remain contained, or it may become more persistent. Interest rates may rise, fall, or remain elevated. Markets can respond in different ways.
That uncertainty is precisely why long-term investors may benefit from building a diverse portfolio rather than relying on a single asset class or one economic forecast.
Start with the role gold should play.
Gold is an essential component of a broader wealth strategy.
The U.S. debt milestone is a reminder to review (not abandon) your investment plan. A thoughtful portfolio may combine growth assets, income-producing assets, liquidity reserves, and tangible assets according to the investor’s circumstances.
Physical gold may help investors pursue greater diversification and protect purchasing power over the long term. Start today!
As gold climbs back towards all time highs, there is still an opportunity to buy well at current levels near $4,600 an ounce. And if even today's spot prices for one ounce bullion seem like a reach, the alternative is to buy smaller denomination gold coins. This week, we're offering 20 Franc Gold coins (weighing 0.1867 ounces, in between 1/10th and 1/4th oz. bullion). Considered one of Europe’s most beloved historic gold coins, they are popular among investors worldwide.
If you're looking for affordable fractional gold with high liquidity and an elegant, classical design, look no further! We're offering them at just $24.99 over melt per coin this week only.
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On July 9, 2026, The Perth Mint officially achieved the Guinness World Record title for the World's Largest Gold Bar.
Originally weighing 521.2 kilograms and refined to 99.999% purity, the bar represents one of the most significant technical achievements in the Mint's recent history. It demonstrates what can be achieved when world-class Australian gold production is combined with world-class refining expertise.
And part of it could very well be yours!
Is silver officially on the rebound?
Silver rose by 2.5% last week, with spot prices now just under $66 per ounce.
Silver regained some ground last week as softer inflation expectations reduced the likelihood of additional interest-rate increases in September—a shift that may ease one of the key headwinds facing precious metals.
The move is notable within a highly volatile year for silver. Spot prices reached a record above $115 per ounce in January, before declining 15% during the first half of 2026. Despite the slow rangebound trading this summer, silver is up roughly 71% year-over-year.
The latest inflation trend has lowered the implied probability of another rate increase to approximately 40%. Higher rates can strengthen the relative appeal of interest-bearing assets and increase the opportunity cost of holding a non-yielding precious metal. So if interest rates hold in September, it may kickstart the next rally in gold and silver sooner than you think.
As expectations for further tightening moderate, that rate-related pressure may begin to recede. The change does not eliminate silver’s volatility, but it may give investors another factor to weigh alongside the metal’s recent price decline, its sharp 2025 advance, and the broader uncertainty reflected in financial markets.
Macroeconomic conditions are only part of silver’s story. The supply outlook is also drawing attention as byproduct production and China’s export-licensing measures contribute to a sixth consecutive annual deficit for the metal. Because silver is frequently produced as a byproduct of mining other metals, supply may not respond quickly when prices rise. China’s export licensing adds another layer of uncertainty to the availability and movement of silver in global markets.
This may mean some silver bullion products will be limited
Together, these factors may limit supply and provide an important counterweight to short-term price pressure. A persistent deficit can strengthen the long-term supply argument for silver, but it does not remove market risk. Prices may still move sharply as inflation expectations, interest-rate projections, trade conditions, and investor positioning change.
Silver’s recent performance illustrates why disciplined analysis is important during periods of rapid price movement. A 141% gain in 2025 was followed by a 15% decline in the first half of 2026, yet the January high above $115 remains well above current levels.
Over the next few weeks, investors will be closely watching continued inflation data, Federal Reserve expectations, physical supply, and price momentum to determine their next moves.
The recent rebound is encouraging, but it is not a signal to abandon a strategy-first approach. For long-term investors, the more important question may be how silver can be used to support portfolio resilience through changing market conditions.
Interested in adding physical silver to a diverse portfolio? This week only, you can buy 1 oz. Silver American Eagles at $3.99 over spot.
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Just $3.99 over spot per oz.
Ready to take advantage as silver starts to move up? Call 1-800-831-0007 or email infoasi@assetstrategies.com to secure your American Silver Eagles at just $3.99 over spot today!
Gold, when combined with other asset classes, can be a valuable component of a diversified retirement portfolio.
Physical volume and investment demand reliably surges in September. Are you ready?
Recent gold-market volatility is giving investors an opportunity to buy physical gold now, while changes in the labor market, Federal Reserve policy, and inflation expectations are worth keeping an eye on going forward. As summer comes to a close, big market changes may be on their way...
Last week's market action provides a useful reminder that gold can respond quickly when markets change.
Following the latest U.S. jobs report, spot gold gained more than $40 per ounce and headed toward its strongest weekly performance since January. The move came even as renewed U.S.-Iran tensions added to market uncertainty.
This type of price action highlights the challenge of trying to identify the exact market bottom. A single labor-market report can change expectations for rate hikes, inflation, and economic growth... sometimes within hours. For investors, the practical takeaway is to avoid relying on a single forecast and instead consider a long-term strategy that can accommodate changing conditions. And that includes staying aware of seasonal buying trends.
As summer comes to an end, current pricing is worth considering. The doldrums are almost over. And higher prices may be on their way in just a few weeks.
Historically, September serves as the seasonal launchpad for global gold buying due to a powerful confluence of Eastern cultural holidays, corporate institutional positioning, and western macroeconomic realignments. While historical multi-decade return data shows that the month can experience short-term price volatility, the World Gold Council notes that physical volume and investment demand reliably surge during this period.
Trying to identify the exact market bottom is difficult. The window of opportunity to act at the bottom of this range is coming to a close, and a return to all-time highs might be within sight by the time the leaves start to fall from the trees.
Don't forget... last September gold was hitting record highs. This marked the kick-off of a high powered rally that lasted well into early 2026 when gold hit $5,500 an oz. When gold takes off again, it's going to surge.
Today, Asset Strategies International is offering 1 oz. Gold Kangaroos at just $119 over spot through the end of the week. This offer provides a competitive way to add a globally recognized 1 oz. gold coin to your holdings. Whether you are beginning a precious metals strategy or adding to an established position, acting during this price pullback can help you average in.
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Just $119 over spot
September will likely bring renewed market momentum, changing Federal Reserve expectations, and increased institutional activity. Rather than waiting for conditions to become perfectly clear, consider whether today’s pricing and the current offer fit your long-term plan. Call 1-800-831-0007 or email infoasi@assetstrategies.com to secure your 1 oz. Gold Kangaroo Coins at just $119 over spot today!
Silver has long occupied a distinctive place in the precious metals market.
It appeals to investors seeking portfolio diversification and a hedge against inflation, but it also benefits from a broad set of industrial uses that tie demand to real economic activity. As a smaller market than gold, silver also tends to be more volatile, yet the volatility allows for some truly profitable highs and advantageous lows. That combination is one reason silver continues to deserve serious attention from long-term investors.
Despite the current pullback, silver is up roughly 55% year-over-year, and up nearly 130% over the past five years.
Even now, silver remains supported by two important pillars: physical investment demand and industrial demand. Even as some parts of the market have shifted midway through 2026, the broader case for silver remains intact.
Physical Investment Demand Remains Resilient
Despite changing market conditions, many investors continue to view physical silver as a good value and as a practical diversifier within a diverse portfolio.
While physical buying patterns varies by region, and sentiment has dampened in the time since silver hit all-time highs at the end of January, the broader takeaway is clear. Investor demand has not disappeared. It remains active enough to reinforce silver’s role as a hard asset for those seeking to hedge against inflation, respond to market uncertainty, and align metal mix within a disciplined long-term strategy.
For long-term investors, that is an important signal. Silver continues to attract buyers who want tangible exposure to hard assets rather than paper-only positioning. Does that include you?
If so, today's lower spot prices are an opportunity.
Silver Is Not Driven by One Story Alone
One of silver’s most important strengths is that it is not dependent on a single source of demand. Unlike equities and other assets driven mainly by investor sentiment, silver also serves a practical role across the global economy. From electronics and automotive applications to grid investment and advanced technologies, silver’s industrial relevance helps give it a broader demand base.
Investment demand is only part of the silver story. Industrial demand remained substantial, with the survey reporting 657.4 million ounces of industrial demand in 2025.
Although that total declined modestly year over year, it still reflects a very large base of real-world use. Silver remains deeply embedded in important industrial and technological applications, and that supports the metal’s long-term relevance beyond cycles of investor enthusiasm.
This is why silver stands apart in a meaningful way.
A metal supported by both investor interest and industrial use may offer a different risk-reward profile than one reliant on only one side of the market. It is both a financial asset and an industrial input. That dual identity can strengthen the case for ownership when markets are evaluating both capital preservation and long-term opportunity.
A Fifth Consecutive Market Deficit Deserves Attention
Perhaps one of the most important findings in the 2026 World Silver Survey is that the silver market recorded a 40.3 million ounce deficit in 2025. This marked the fifth consecutive annual shortfall, and silver is on its way to a sixth year of supply deficit in 2026.
That matters because persistent deficits can add pressure to above-ground stocks over time. Even when mine production and recycling improve, a market that remains in deficit suggests supply has not fully caught up with combined demand.
With a projected shortfall of 46.3 million troy ounces in 2026, the supply deficit is only deepening, which will increase market demand and volatility.
At ASI, we believe precious metals decisions should be made within a broader strategy, not in reaction to headlines alone. The right silver allocation depends on objectives, time horizon, storage preferences, and the role precious metals play within the rest of the portfolio.
For some investors, silver may complement physical gold as part of a broader wealth-protection strategy. For others, it may represent an opportunity to align hard assets in their portfolio mix in a way that reflects both industrial upside and long-term hard-asset discipline.
What matters most is clarity of purpose. When silver is approached thoughtfully, it can serve as more than a speculative position. It can become part of a disciplined plan built around diversification, resilience, and long-term ownership of tangible assets.
Whether you are building a new position or adding to an existing allocation, silver has real tangible value as both a diversifier and a strategic hard asset. And there's no better way to Keep What's Yours.
To that end, this week only, we're offering 5 oz. Brilliant Uncirculated America the Beautiful silver coins at $1.49 over spot per ounce.
5 oz. BU America the Beautiful Silver Coins
Just $1.49 over spot per oz.
Ready to take advantage of silver’s pullback? Call 1-800-831-0007 or email infoasi@assetstrategies.com to secure your America the Beautiful Silver Coins at just $1.49 over spot today!
Gold and silver have pulled back, but this comes on the heels of an incredible rally to new all-time highs for both metals.
The pullback in gold is real. Yet, the bull market is not over.
In this video from Rule Symposium 2026, Rich Checkan of Asset Strategies International explains the key headwinds shaping gold in 2026, why central bank buying still matters, and what disciplined long-term investors should watch next. If you are looking for actionable insights on market sentiment, portfolio protection, and where this cycle may be headed, this presentation delivers in-depth information and analysis.
You will also hear why pullbacks can create good value for investors who prefer to average in rather than chase short-term moves. For those focused on financial resilience, rangebound pricing can present an opportunity to buy physical gold at more attractive premiums while long-term fundamentals remain in place.
For virtual access to the complete library of on-demand replays from 2026 Rule Symposium on Natural Resource Investing, you can still register here.
And, if you want to take advantage of gold's rangebound spot prices and relatively low premiums, we're offering Krugerrands at just $99 over spot this week only. Call 1-800-831-0007 or email infoasi@assetstrategies.com to place your order.
1 oz. Gold South African Krugerrand
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Gold has pulled back over the past sixth months, but the long-term case for physical gold remains intact. If you want to add physical gold to your diverse portfolio at a compelling price, call 1-800-831-0007 or email infoasi@assetstrategies.com to add 1 oz. Krugerrand to your portfolio today.
