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Don't Miss This Golden Cross in Resources
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 11/5/13
While investors have been focusing on the strengthening U.S. market, weve also kept our eyes on other improving indicators happening in resources, Europe, and emerging markets. These places may not be as widely popular, but we believe investors can benefit greatly from taking a view thats different from the ones observed by the majority.

What the End of a Greek Tragedy Means for Investors
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 11/1/13
After six long years, Greeces economy is finally expected to grow in 2014. GDP expectations of 0.6 percent next year is a remarkable improvement compared to a loss of 4 percent this year. In addition to rising GDP, here are a few other significant changes from Greece lately:

Why Growth is Deep in the Heart of Texas
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 10/28/13
A recent TIME Magazine cover features an engaging collage of the 50 states reassembled to fit within the boundaries of Texas. With a growing number of solid-paying jobs, affordable housing, and low taxes, the Lone Star State is Americas Future, declares economist and writer Tyler Cowen.

Why Growth is Deep in the Heart of Texas
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 10/25/13
TIME Magazine?s cover this week features an engaging collage of the 50 states reassembled to fit within the boundaries of Texas. With a growing number of solid-paying jobs, affordable housing, and low taxes, ?the Lone Star State is America?s Future,? declares economist and writer Tyler Cowen.

Trying to Stop a Bull Market Has Risks
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 10/24/13
U.S. stocks have been on a tear. The S&P 500 Index has climbed a surprising 20 percent so far this year, as a global synchronized recovery takes shape and funds flow back to equities. As I often say, investors take risks when they try to stop a bull run, and plenty of data suggest you might regret taking that action this year.

Trying to Stop a Bull Market Has Risks
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 10/18/13
U.S. stocks have been on a tear. The S&P 500 Index has climbed a surprising 20 percent so far this year, as a global synchronized recovery takes shape and funds flow back to equities. As I often say, investors take risks when they try to stop a bull run, and plenty of data suggest you might regret taking that action this year.

Being Contrarian Could Lead to Lucrative Energy Plays
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 10/16/13
Sometimes the most attractive energy assets arent found in the ground. Rather, at times like today, they are listed on the stock exchange.

These Could be the Most Lucrative Energy Plays
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 10/12/13
Sometimes the most attractive energy assets arent found in the ground. Rather, at times like today, they are listed on the stock exchange.

The Fire Fueling Gold
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 10/10/13
Gold took quite a beating in September, bucking its seasonal average monthly return of 2.3 percent. The political battle between President Barack Obama and Congress, Chinas Golden Week, and Indias gold import restrictions likely weighed on the metal.

The Fire Fueling Gold
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 10/4/13
For patient, long-term investors looking for a great portfolio diversifier, a moderate weighting in gold and gold stocks may be just the answer. And, today, when looking across the gold mining industry, you?ll find plenty of companies that have paid attractive dividends, many higher than the 5-year government yield.

How to Profit from a Changing China
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 9/27/13
We believe Chinas rebalancing is positive for investors who selectively invest in its stocks. As Jim ONeill puts it, When a country is embarking on a significant compositional change to its economy, stock-pickers rather than index-trackers have the upper hand.

Invest to Your Full Potential Even Under Pressure
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 9/27/13
In times of extreme pressure, athletes, students and investors have one thing in common: they occasionally choke. Whether its Rick Perry forgetting the third item on his list during the Republican debate or a favorite basketball player missing the basket in the playoffs, when stakes are high, people can fail to perform to their full potential.

Fifty Shades of Gold
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 9/21/13
Unlike many commodities, there are many shades to gold, such as the Love Trades buying gold for loved ones and the Fear Trades purchasing gold as a store of value. An additional shade investors need to be aware of is how the Fed interprets the recovery of the U.S. economy.

Russia is Tough to Love, Easier to Hate, Hard for Investors to Ignore. Here's Why
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 9/16/13
Russian President Vladimir Putin created a stir recently when he shared his thoughts with Americans in an op-ed printed in The New York Times. According to The Times, very few pieces written by heads of state have been published by the paper and very few received the attention Putin attracted.

Start Bargain Hunting in Asian Stocks Again?
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 9/13/13
If you compare the Asian stock market these days to prior years, its looking like dj vu all over again, says Credit Suisse.

Will Gold Follow Its Seasonal Pattern This Year?
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 9/6/13
There are factors beyond Syria this week driving gold. Thats the Love Trade. This group gives gold as gifts for loved ones during important holidays and festivals. This is the time of the year that we are in the midst of right now. Historically, September has been golds best month of the year. Looking at more than four decades of monthly returns, the precious metal has seen its biggest increase this month, averaging 2.3 percent.

Look for these European Stocks to Exert a Lot of Horsepower
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 8/30/13
The Wall Street Journal recently published an article, Emerging Europe is a Haven in Selloff, highlighting the regions recent success in rising above the storm that other developing markets have not been able to avoid. Dark clouds have been swirling around emerging markets, with the MSCI Emerging Markets Index falling about 12 percent on a year-to-date basis.

An American Energy Revolution
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 8/30/13
In Texas these days, theres a feeling of absolute and unwavering confidence in the concept of an American energy revolution. From the depths of reserves to the richness of the energy, an incredible transformation is taking place.

5 China Charts That Look Bullish for Commodities
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 8/23/13
Over the past few months, investors have seen better economic data coming out of Europe. Consumer confidence in the continent has been rising, manufacturing data is improving and the fiscal situation is on the mend. Now, China appears to be strengthening as well, which could signal better times ahead. Below are five charts that look bullish for China and commodities. While not meant to be comprehensive, they do point to areas where investors might want to pay close attention.

What Happens When You Tell Indians to Stop Buying Gold
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 8/16/13
With the government in India raising its import tax for gold to 10 percent this week, I firmly believe Indians will continue indulging in gold, even if they have to smuggle it in.

What Lies Ahead for China? McKinsey Lists 10 Forces
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 8/15/13
By 2022, research by McKinsey suggests that 75 percent of urban consumers in China will earn around $9,000 to $34,000. This income level, which is currently between the average earned in Brazil and Italy, is only 4 percent of what Chinese households were bringing home in 2000.

A Surprising Way to Play a Europe Rally
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 8/9/13
After a lengthy period of stagnant growth and lackluster results, the gradual crescendo of improving economic data that?s been coming out of Europe lately certainly commands attention.

Two Charts Illustrate How to ?Follow the Money?
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 8/5/13
Too often investors get caught up in their political allegiance or parties, focus on the negative and lose confidence in stocks. As a result, they can miss great bull markets. I believe when it comes to finding investment opportunities, it?s not about the political party, it?s about the policies, both monetary and fiscal.

Stock Forecast: Positive With a Chance of Rally?
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 8/2/13
The S&P 500 Index closed the month of July with a 4.9 percent gain. What does this increase mean for the next few weeks and following three months? Research suggests markets continue to rally.

Is Europe Ready to Take Off?
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 7/26/13
After the U.S.?s huge run, is it possible the country will be handing off the baton across the Atlantic for the next leg of the relay race? Here are a few areas of strength that could send European stocks higher.

How Far is Gold Off Course?
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 7/25/13
Gold has been in extremely oversold territory lately despite drivers for the metal remaining in place.

Challenging a Long-Held Assumption about Commodities
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 7/19/13
It is widely accepted that China spurred higher commodity prices in the past decade. And if the country was the force behind the boom, then the assumption is that China?s lower, but still healthy growth will be a drag on commodity prices. But recent research challenges this assumption.

Commodities 2013 Halftime Report: A Time to Mine for Opportunity?
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 7/12/13
It was a challenging first half of the year for most commodities, with only two resources we track on our Periodic Table of Commodities Returns rising in value. Natural gas and oil rose 6.5 percent and 5 percent, respectively, while silver lost a third of its value and gold lost a quarter of its price from the beginning of the year.

Bond Yields Gone Wild?
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 7/12/13
With the Federal Reserves intention to taper its easing, yields have risen quickly, causing municipal bonds to experience their worst decline since September 2008. In the second quarter, the Barclays Capital Municipal Bond Index lost nearly 3 percent, with the long end of the yield curve receiving the biggest blow, as bonds maturing in 20 years fell more than 4 percent.

Accessing Myanmar's Growth
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 7/5/13
Did you know that in the first half of the last century, Myanmar had twice the GDP per capita of China? What a difference a few decades and government policies make, as China is ten-fold the size of Myanmar today, according to UBS Research. The change in wealth between the two nations is a prime example of how government policies can have a tremendous effect on a countrys growth.

The Asian Giant Stampeding into Gold
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 7/5/13
In this environment, gold should remain attractive. However, as the West flees the precious metal, another set of gold buyers has come forward with the aim to preserve wealth. Take a look at the chart below which shows total gold production compared to the gold deliveries on the COMEX and the Shanghai Gold Exchange.

Global PMI: Possible Opportunity for Mining Stocks
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 7/3/13
For the month of June, JP Morgan Global Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) showed a reading of 50.6 for global aggregate manufacturing around the world. A reading of this scale indicates no real change in the market, though the one-month reading brings potentially positive news for some investors.

Stay the Course as Mixed Signals Move Markets
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 7/2/13
Traders stampeded out of gold, emerging markets and bonds this month, setting record monthly outflows in June. Ever since the Federal Reserve hinted in May that signs of a stronger economy could allow for a slowdown of stimulus, markets have protested the news.

Traveling in Turkey
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 7/1/13
In recent weeks, protests in Turkey have made headline news, with the instability transferring to the local stock market. Since the riots began around June 3, the Borsa Istanbul Stock Exchange National 100 Index has declined 11.9 percent.

Stay the Course As Mixed Signals Move Markets
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 6/28/13
We maintain that gold is in extremely oversold territory and mathematically due for a reversal toward the mean. Yet when gold prices plummet, fear takes over and some investors forget the fundamental reasons to own gold: Gold is a portfolio diversifier and a store of value. It is a finite resource with increasing global demand.

What's an Investor to do in Markets like These?
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 6/21/13
What should an investor do after a day like yesterday? Stay calm and invest on, as I believe there is opportunity in picking up what the bears left behind. Here are a few ideas to ponder.

Going to a Digital Extreme in China
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 6/14/13
In its shift toward a consumption-driven economy, China has been embracing digital technology at rates that dwarf those of many developed countries. The Chinese have been scooping up smartphones, accessing the internet and consuming goods from online retailers at an incredible pace. We believe the world needs to quickly adapt to China becoming a major player in the digital marketplace, as this trend is in the early stages of exciting growth.

A Sweet Find on an African Adventure
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 6/14/13
The heart of Africa has been beating strong in recent years due to elevated commodity prices and resilient domestic demand, despite the global economic slowdown. Among the sub-Saharan African countries, Sierra Leone was the fastest growing country last year, according to the World Bank. Its economy experienced growth that is as rare today as Fancy Red diamonds. GDP increased a whopping 18 percent.

Why It Pays to Invest in Emerging Market Dividend-Payers
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 6/7/13
An unexpected change of heart happened in May that you might not have heard about. After years of resisting any path other than its rigorous course, Germany announced it is backing off from pure austerity and is now planning to spend billions of euros to stimulate the economies of Europe.

As Economy Heats Up, Will Commodities?
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 6/7/13
Dont wait for the Fed to officially raise rates, as research shows that investors get the most benefit from materials and energy stocks by getting in now

What's the Answer to Unprecedented Policies and Ultralow Rates?
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 5/31/13
So what?s the answer to unprecedented central bank policies that have been driving stocks higher and ultralow rates? I believe investors need to stick to a strategy that includes dividend-paying stocks that offer the opportunity for both income and growth.

The Love Trade for Gold is Still On!
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 5/24/13
The more important demand for gold, in my opinion, comes from the enduring Love Trade, as countries like China and India buy the precious metal out of love and tradition.

Making Investment Grade Is Only the Beginning for Turkey
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 5/22/13
Its been a few months since I was in Istanbul and wrote about Turkeys exciting cultural and economic transformation, and the country is still making headlines. The Emerging Europe Funds (EUROX) portfolio manager, Tim Steinle, has been very bullish on Turkey for multiple reasons, including its young growing demographic, its fiscal and monetary policies geared toward growth, and its entrepreneurial mindset and pro-business policies, to name just a few.

Finding Opportunity Far and Near
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 5/17/13
Would it surprise you to learn that a vast majority of equity valuation models state that stocks should head much higher over the next five years?

Three Reasons to Buy Gold Equities Today
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 5/11/13
A strong stomach and a tremendous amount of patience are required for gold stock investors these days, as miners have been exhibiting their typical volatility pattern. Thats why I often say to anticipate before you participate, because gold stocks are historically twice as volatile as U.S. stocks. As of March 31, 2013, using 10-year data, the NYSE Arca Gold BUGS Index (HUI) had a rolling one-year standard deviation of nearly 35 percent. The S&P 500s was just under 15 percent.

Don't Sell in May: Here are Reasons to Extend Your Stay
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 5/4/13
During the first week of May every year, the maxim, Sell in May and Go Away, gets taken out, dusted off and powered up as a reason to sell stocks. The rhyme is more than just a catchy urban legend: June, July, August and September have historically been the weakest months of the year for the S&P 500 Index.

A Case for Owning Commodities When No One Else Is
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 5/2/13
Sometimes following where money is being invested is a solid course of action to gain alpha; other times, a better opportunity lies in going the opposite direction, i.e., thinking contrarian.

A Playbook for Investors: How to Shoot, Score, Win
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 4/26/13
So, in the competitive spirit of the NBA playoff season, I?ve gathered a series of plays that investors can use to shoot, score and win during this year?s market. I?m happy to say they include all the elements of an exciting game, including a comeback kid, an upset and an underdog.

Gold Buyers Get Physical As Coin and Jewelry Sales Surge
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 4/19/13
Even with the gold price dropping, why are gold coins selling at a premium? Its Economics 101: The coin supply is limited and the demand is high. This buying trend isnt only occurring in the U.S. In Bangkok, Thailand, for example, crowds of buyers were filling stores, eagerly waiting in multiple lines to purchase gold jewelry and coins.

How a Landslide Shifts Copper Supply
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 4/12/13
The U.S. mining industry was dealt a devastating blow as Kennecott Utah Coppers Bingham Canyon Mine experienced a pit wall failure causing a massive landslide with rocks and dirt covering the bottom of the mine pit. Its a miracle no one was hurt due to the vigilance of its owner, Rio Tinto. The landslide is just one example of how quickly and unexpectedly the supply and demand factors facing the red metal can shift, which underscores the need for nimble active management.
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