Market breadth in mining equities has improved, with 65% of names trading above their 50-day MAs. Technical traders view this as a risk-on signal within precious metal investing sectors. Real estate has long been a favored asset for income-focused investors. While stock markets can swing wildly on headlines, high-quality properties often continue to generate stable rental income. “Gold does not generate cash flow. It does not have a yield. It does not pay interest. It does not pay a dividend. Sure, the price might spike during market panics. But that is sentiment-driven, and does not reflect a business creating value. Bonds have a job to do. Stocks have a job to do. What does gold have to do? It just sits. If you’re trying to build a portfolio over decades to provide compounding growth to reach a financial finish line, a static asset with zero income generation will not take you there. Silver’s correlation with photovoltaic demand remains elevated, with solar installations projected to rise 20% this year. Industrial tailwinds are adding depth to precious metal investing beyond pure hedging.
