Murilo (Mo) Menezes is an attorney and tenured English professor. His passion for economics and coinage led him to the gold and silver industry where he writes in-depth articles about collectible coins; as well as coin news and investing articles.
This guide explores the best gold coins to buy in 2026, highlighting top global options like the American Gold Eagle, Canadian Maple Leaf, and South African Krugerrand. It breaks down key factors such as purity, premiums, liquidity, and IRA eligibility to help investors choose the right coins based on their goals, budget, and long-term strategy.
Silver is used in electric vehicles to improve electrical conductivity in batteries, power electronics, charging systems, connectors, relays, and other critical components.
According to the World Silver Survey 2026, industrial silver demand may ease in the short term but is expected to remain supported over the long term by battery electric vehicles (BEVs), power infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and other industrial applications.
As renewable energy, electric vehicles, and energy storage technologies continue to expand, silver is expected to remain a critical material in the global energy transition and an increasingly important source of industrial demand.
Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) typically use 25-50 grams (0.8-1.6 oz) of silver, significantly more than comparable internal combustion engine vehicles because of their greater reliance on battery systems, power electronics, and charging components.
Learn the key differences between paper gold and physical gold, including ownership, liquidity, risk, and costs. This guide explains how ETFs, gold stocks, and futures compare with gold coins and bars to help investors understand the trade-offs of each approach.
The Gunslinger is the third release in the Scottsdale Mint Cowboy Series, celebrating the legendary figures of the American frontier. Available exclusively at SD Bullion in gold, silver, copper, and a unique 1/100 oz gold bar, this collectible bullion release combines striking Western-inspired artwork with investment-grade precious metals.
This guide explains how to choose the best silver bullion in 2026 based on your investment goals, budget, and liquidity needs. It compares silver coins, bars, and rounds, outlines the pros and cons of each format, and highlights popular options like American Silver Eagles, 10 oz bars, and 100 oz bars. The article also covers silver premiums, IRA eligibility, storage options, tax considerations, and the growing industrial demand driving long-term interest in silver investing.
Learn the difference between gold ingots and gold bars. This guide explains how each is manufactured, how premiums compare, and which form of physical gold may better suit your investment strategy.
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