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Mining & metals 2026: Adapting to a policy-driven business cycle

Investment Insights: Precious Metals in 2026 Mining & Metals 2026: Navigating a Policy-Driven Landscape In 2025, geopolitical tensions reshaped the mining and metals sector, shifting investment focus from traditional supply-demand dynamics to political influences—especially policies from the US and China. This new approach drove significant price surges in precious metals, with gold rising about 65% and silver soaring approximately 144%, their strongest gains in over 40 years. Looking ahead to 2026, nearly half of industry respondents identify political factors—such as mitigating geopolitical risks and securing policy support—as the dominant drivers for investment decisions. Despite general oversupply in many metals markets, precious metals stand out as key havens for institutional capital, supported by rising demand from banks and wealth managers seeking stability amid bond market volatility. Copper continues to draw attention due to supply constraints and tariff uncer...

A Red Metal ETF That's Green With Opportunities

Investment Opportunities in Copper and Critical Minerals A Red Metal ETF That's Green With Opportunities While gold and silver dominate headlines in the precious metals space, copper—the “red metal”—is quietly emerging as a powerhouse for investors eyeing growth beyond 2025. Copper’s essential role in electrical wiring, electronics, plumbing, and especially renewable energy infrastructure, like EV chargers, positions it as a vital industrial metal with long-term demand driven by expanding green technologies and AI development. As artificial intelligence grows, so does electricity demand, which in turn boosts copper consumption, making it a smart pick for those looking to align investments with future global trends. For targeted exposure, ETFs such as the Sprott Copper Miners ETF (COPP) offer a diversified portfolio of large- and midcap copper mining companies across various countries, closely tracking physical copper prices. Meanwhile, the Sprott Junior Copper Miners ETF ...

How rare metals can add shine to your investment portfolio

Unlocking Investment Potential in Rare Earth Metals and Precious Metals Rare earth metals such as cerium, dysprosium, lanthanum, terbium, and yttrium—while unfamiliar to most—are becoming key players in modern tech and investment portfolios. The global market for these metals, currently valued around $19 billion, is expected to nearly double to $36.7 billion by 2034. Their essential roles in electric vehicles, smartphones, wind turbines, and defense systems underscore their growing significance. China dominates this sector by controlling 92% of rare earth refining, prompting strategic moves worldwide to diversify supply. One focal point is Greenland, rich in untapped rare earth deposits beneath its melting ice. Political interest, including former US President Trump's attempts to acquire Greenland, highlights the increasing geopolitical and economic value of these resources. Several companies are already riding this wave of opportunity. Alba Resources, with p...

American Lithium Minerals Expands into BC's Golden Triangle with New Gold Project Stake

American Lithium Minerals Expands into BC's Golden Triangle American Lithium Minerals Expands into BC's Golden Triangle with New Gold Project Stake American Lithium Minerals is making a strategic move by acquiring a stake in a new gold project within British Columbia's renowned Golden Triangle, a region famous for its rich precious metal deposits. This expansion signals growing investor interest in one of North America’s most promising mining districts, known for high-grade gold and other valuable minerals. The company’s entry into this prolific area could enhance its portfolio and position it to capitalize on the rising demand for gold amid ongoing market volatility. For investors, this development may indicate potential growth opportunities as exploration advances and resource estimates become clearer. With global economic uncertainties fueling a sustained appetite for precious metals as safe-haven assets, American Lithium Minerals' move to deepen it...

Sean Brodrick – Portfolio Strategies In Gold, Silver, Copper, Oil, Nat Gas, Rare Earths, Antimony, Tech Stocks, AI Stocks, and The Robot Revolution

Investment Insights on Precious Metals by Sean Brodrick Sean Brodrick’s Strategic Outlook on Precious Metals and Critical Commodities Sean Brodrick, a leading analyst from Wealth Megatrends, highlights important developments in precious metals and related commodities with a strong focus on investment opportunities and market trends in gold, silver, copper, rare earth elements, and energy resources. Precious Metals Rally and Upside Potential Since late 2025, gold and silver have experienced a robust V-shaped recovery after a sharp correction, with silver notably breaking past previous highs. Brodrick recommends increasing exposure to select silver stocks, such as Pan American Silver and Hecla Mining, and junior miners like Heliostar Metals and Avino Silver and Gold, which have shown outstanding performance. Looking ahead, he forecasts a strong upward trajectory for gold, with targets of $4,500 medium-term and potentially above $5,000, while long-term prices coul...

Wealth managers see gold and silver shining again in 2026

Precious Metals Outlook for 2026 Precious Metals Set to Shine in 2026, Say Wealth Managers Despite gold’s remarkable 60% rise so far in 2025, leading investment experts remain optimistic about its performance into 2026. Peter Boockvar, CIO at OnePoint BFG, highlights sustained central bank purchases and pent-up Western demand as key drivers. He anticipates Federal Reserve rate cuts and a softer US dollar to fuel further gains. Boockvar is also bullish on silver—up 99% this year—and platinum, which has gained 80%, citing favorable supply-demand dynamics. However, copper’s outlook is more cautious due to slowing demand from China’s property sector stress, despite a 34% rise this year. Anshul Sharma of Savvy Wealth points to geopolitical tensions, steady real yields, and record central bank buying as catalysts for gold’s surge, expecting a more moderate but positive trajectory next year as the economy slows and the dollar weakens. He underscores that metals behave differently: si...