Lear Capital Blog

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  The Hidden Risks of Stablecoins: Why Gold Remains the Real Safe Haven

  What Exactly Are Stablecoins? Stablecoins are a type of cryptocurrency designed to avoid the price swings that make coins like Bitcoin so volatile. Unlike Bitcoin or Ethereum, which can fluctuate dramatically within hours, stablecoins are pegged to reserve assets to hold a steady value. Most are pegged to the U.S. dollar, meaning each coin is …

  By Kathrynn Ward on August 21, 2025
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  The Mining Buzz: What Does Strong Earnings and More Deal-Making Mean for Gold & Silver?

  Gold and silver aren't just shiny metals anymore; they're becoming some of the most talked-about investments in 2025. Demand is climbing, and recent moves in the mining industry are helping set the stage for what could be an even bigger surge. Big mining companies are posting record profits, making smart business deals, and getting a …

  By Kathrynn Ward on August 14, 2025
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  Top 5 Myths About Gold and Silver IRAs-Debunked

  As economic uncertainty grows and inflation continues to erode purchasing power, more Americans are looking to protect their retirement savings with physical gold and silver. Yet, despite their growing popularity, Precious Metals IRAs remain misunderstood. Let's break down the five most common myths, and uncover the truth behind them. Myth #1: "Gold and Silver IRAs …

  By Kathrynn Ward on August 7, 2025
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  Precious Metals Outperform Commodity Peers in the First Half of 2025

  A Record-Breaking Start to the Year As we pass the midway point of 2025, one asset class stands tall above the rest: precious metals. According to a recent report from U.S. Global Investors, gold, silver, platinum, and palladium dramatically outperformed nearly every other commodity in the first half of the year. While broader commodity indices …

  By Kathrynn Ward on July 31, 2025
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  Silver Outpaces Gold in 2025: What's Fueling the Surge?

  As we move through 2025, silver is quietly outperforming expectations, and even surpassing gold in terms of percentage gains. Driven by a mix of strong industrial demand, tightening supply, and renewed investor interest, silver prices have climbed to their highest levels in nearly 14 years, drawing increased attention from both institutional and individual investors. Silver …

  By Kathrynn Ward on July 24, 2025