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For any fiduciary, institutional or individual investor considering precious metals and wants to understand the real structural risks between owning physical metals held directly vs ETFs in a brokerage account, this research is for you.  As manager of a physical gold and silver fund and the owner of a large Depository, I understand the nuances […]

Bob Coleman’s Keynote at the 2022 StockPulse Silver Symposium

Why and How Does the Physical Gold and Silver Market Continue to Be Engulfed by the Enormous World of Paper Gold and Silver Derivatives?

In his latest blog post, Bob Coleman discusses the under-appreciated value of silver in the current economy, highlighting its unique properties and vital industrial applications. Amid escalating asset prices, he suggests the physical silver market may present hidden opportunities for investors, due to its consistent industry demand, growing recognition as a financial asset, and potential to provide security against systemic and counter-party risks.

Bob critically examines the misleading claims made by offshore physical precious metal dealers about non-reporting of assets “held directly” by U.S. investors. It emphasizes the inaccuracies of such claims, highlighting the specifics of IRS regulations regarding precious metals and the potential penalties for noncompliance. Bob also discusses the potential implications of investing in digital precious metals and urges investors to consult professionals to understand their tax obligations, reminding them of the limited regulation and oversight in this space.

Bob Coleman, a precious metals vaulting expert, demystifies the misconceptions surrounding allocated and segregated storage in precious metal programs. His detailed analysis reveals the real-world implications for investors, emphasizing the superiority of fully segregated storage for those wanting secure, accessible, and identifiable ownership of their precious metals.

In this discussion, David highlights high premiums and low mintages on silver coins, Jim interrogates the controversy surrounding the FTX CEO, Bob acknowledges the challenges of extradition from the Bahamas, and O’Hare advocates for metals as a long-term inflation hedge, all against the backdrop of a potential 200 million ounce silver deficit in 2022 due to reduced refining in Europe.

Bob Coleman emphasizes the importance of diligent price comparison when purchasing metals, warns of potential premium risks due to supply chain issues, and underscores the potential dangers of unallocated and pool accounts, where investors may unwittingly relinquish recourse or face difficulties accessing their metals