Investor Reports
2012 Oil Price Outlook: How to Profit From $150 Oil
2011 was an up-and-down year for oil prices, but don't expect that pattern to repeat in 2012.
In the coming year, the trajectory for oil prices will be far more linear – and it's pointed up.
In fact, we could even see $150 oil by mid-summer.
There are two key reasons why:
Gold Prices 2012 Forecast: How to Make Double the Gold Profits in the New Year
Despite a pullback from its all-time high of $1,923 an ounce a few months ago, gold is still trading in the $1,700 range. In fact, the glittering metal has gained 22% in the past 12 months.
What's more, I believe gold prices will eclipse $2,200 an ounce in the next year, and shoot beyond even $5,000 an ounce after that.
With the economy still in turmoil – and the U.S. dollar sinking even lower in 2012 (Take a look right here to learn how far the dollar will sink in our new report) – gold prices will continue to rise.
So there's obviously still time to get in on this once-in-a-lifetime bull-run, if you haven't already.
Of course, every investor should at least have shares of a gold-based exchange-traded fund, but if you really want to profit from the price surge, you ought to look at gold mining companies.
Let me explain.
U.S. Economy 2012 Forecast: Where to Find the Biggest Gainers and Avoid the Biggest Losers in This Year's Rocky Markets
Anyone who hoped the U.S. economy would get back on track in 2011 was sorely disappointed.
The European sovereign debt crisis and the abysmal failure of policymakers to take effective action undermined any chance we had at a strong recovery.
And what's even worse is that we're in for more of the same in 2012. Indeed, the U.S. economy in 2012 will be even more sluggish than originally thought – and for the same reasons 2011 was a disappointment.
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) estimates U.S. growth will slow to 2% next year, down from a 3.1% estimate in May. It forecasts growth will pickup to 2.5% in 2013.
Of course, these forecasts are contingent upon Congress finding a way to stimulate the economy and tighten fiscal policy – not an easy balance to achieve. Without such action, U.S. economic growth next year could be as slim as 0.3%, and only hit 1.3% in 2013.
The Basics of Currency Investing
Right now, the money in your wallet is losing its value.
And worse, there's nothing you can do to stop the U.S. dollar from utter freefall because…
- The Federal Reserve's expansive monetary policy is flooding the banking system with cash, diluting the dollar's value.
- The U.S. government is intentionally devaluing the dollar to make its exports more affordable.
- China is recruiting a host of other countries in its drive to stamp the dollar out of international trade.
(To learn more about the death of the dollar – and find out specific ways to protect your retirement – take a look at our new U.S. dollar report, right here.)
But, you don't have to just sit on the sidelines and watch your money lose value. Instead, you can look to investments in foreign currencies.
This isn't an investing plan for the feint of heart. Currency investing is one of the riskiest monetary gambles you can make.
But, if you have a little "play money" burning a hole in your bank account, currency investing could be a great way to try for sky-high returns.
Here's your quick guide to currency investing…
China's Economy 2012 Report:
Here's Why (And Where)
Your Money Should Be In China
Despite the recent downturn in China's stock market, investors need to remain focused on the profit-generating long-term growth potential of the Asian powerhouse.
The Shanghai Composite Index is down about 10% on the year, compared to a drop of less than 1% year-to-date for the Standard & Poor's 500 Index.
Chinese exchange-traded funds (ETFs), a popular way for U.S. investors to dip their toes into the Chinese stock markets, were off an average of more than 21% for 2011. That's a big shift from 2010, when the average China fund gained 13%, or 2009, when the average gain was an eye-popping 64.5%.
Commodities Trading 2012: The Top 3 Commodities Plays for The Biggest Profits in 2012
A commodity is something that has universal definition and demand.
Everyone knows what food is, and everybody wants it.
Nearly everyone in the world knows what gold is, and nearly all of them want it. The same is true for oil, steel, copper… the list goes on.
In short, commodities are always in demand. The benefits of commodities are permanent and tangible. They aren't a service, or the latest gadget that's hot one day and cold the next.
And, as the U.S. economy continues to stumble, exposure to commodities is more important now than ever.
Read on to discover why commodities should be a part of your investment portfolio… and find out exactly how to build your wealth through commodity investing.
[To find one excellent commodities investment, right now, take a look at my new special report right here. It's about the "little guy" set to crush Big Oil. This tiny New Mexico refinery is taking advantage of a glitch in oil prices that could hand it $6.7 billion in the next year. That's more than 4 times its current market cap. My new special report has all the details.]
Euro Meltdown: This One European Country Can Bring Down The Entire EU… And The Rest Of The Global Economy With It
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Occupy Wall Street Protests: Want To Really Clean Up Wall Street? Here's What Your Demands Should Be
Copper Prices Update: Prosper As Copper Becomes the "New Gold"
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most recognizable American icons in the world.
And as she towers 305 feet above Ellis Island, what's Lady Liberty wearing? Copper – 60,000 pounds of it.
Clearly, copper's big in art. It's also a key metal that keeps the world economy humming. Copper consumption has grown at an average annual rate of 4% since 1900.
Gold Price Conspiracy: What Uncle Sam Doesn't Want You To Know
Is it really so preposterous to believe the United States and Europe would conspire to keep pole position in the global financial system?
I don't think so – and neither does China.
That much was revealed in a diplomatic cable recently uncovered by Wikileaks.
According to the 2009 cable from the U.S. embassy, China believes the United States and Europe have, as a matter of policy, suppressed the price of gold to discourage its use as a reserve currency.
And there's a pretty compelling case to be made for a gold price conspiracy.
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