The term ‘Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance’ has become a dirty word recently.
The Daily Reckoning Australia
Nearing the End of the Gold Stock Lull
For the past three years, gold has steadily risen on the back of deteriorating economic and geopolitical conditions. However, those who bought gold stocks hoping to strike it rich have suffered sharp losses in some of their holdings, with very few companies delivering lasting gains over this period. Many are feeling despondent about this and may be second-guessing whether it’s been a bad strategy. I’ll cover the factors that have contributed to gold stocks underperforming gold over this period and offer hope as I see signs in recent times that the worst could be behind us. So if you’re invested in gold stocks now, be hopeful and don’t give up!
Loud and Clear — The Tide Turns Against the Australian Elites
14 October 2023 may go down in history as the day when the ordinary Australians turned the tables against the elite class who had neglected and even abused them. The referendum on ‘The Voice’ that claimed to help in the process of reconciliation with Aborigines and Torres Strait Islanders was soundly rejected. What the Australian people wanted was relief from hardships arising from the lockdowns and a crumbling global economy, not hundreds of millions of dollars spent creating division and opening the country to unintended consequences. With the message heard loud and clear, the elites in this country have two choices — listen and change strategy, or face the potential wrath of the majority…
Preparing Australia’s Resource Riches for a Multipolar World Order
Today I’ll explore with you some high-level issues regarding mining, geopolitics and how the world is shifting amidst drastic events in recent times. Australia is in a unique position to benefit, as we hold a vast amount of resources that can dictate the destiny of countries whom we choose to partner with strategically. Many foreign investors realise this and have moved in to grab our assets. Will our government and business leaders act to protect our interests and improve our bargaining power? Whether they do or don’t, the opportunity is there for you now to get in early and while it’s selling for cheap.
Will the World Let the Israeli Conflict Be Ukraine 2.0?
Last Saturday saw the conflict between Israel and Palestine reach boiling point as thousands of missiles and rockets were fired into Israel, killing hundreds of military personnel and civilians alike. The response from the Israeli government was swift as it ordered a full-scale assault against the Palestinians in Gaza. Even as Ukraine smoulders, the world is on the brink of another major conflict in the Middle East. Many world leaders and public figures have taken sides and urged their followers to do the same. Will the people learn from history and not let this turn into another bloody and costly war? If not, how can you avoid being dragged into the quagmire? Read on…
Gold’s Role In Times of Chaos
Gold bounced earlier this week as the world reeled from the shocking news of attacks perpetrated against Israel by Hamas militants. It’s uncertain to what extent this conflict will escalate although markets are now behaving in risk-off mode, seeking refuge in US dollars and gold. Could this lead to gold breaking its recent bearish trend, providing relief for gold investors? Find out more about what really drives the price of gold to rally…there’s more to it than threats of war.
