About this episode

This episode discusses the recent performance of gold and whether to invest in gold ETFs or mining stocks.

Gold has seen its best month since 2008. Should you buy the gold ETF or gold mining stocks? (0:30) - Should You Be Investing Into Gold Right Now? (4:15) - Are ETFs The Best Way to Gain Exposure Into Gold? (19:45) - Top Stock Picks For Your Watch List (47:10) - Episode Roundup: GLD, GDX, GDXJ, NEM, AEM, BTG

Topics covered

• investing in gold
• gold stocks
• gold ETFs
• market analysis
• investment strategies

Keywords

• gold investment
• ETFs
• mining stocks
• market trends
• stock picks

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Zacks Investment Research

Products: gold ETF, gold mining stocks, GLD, GDX, GDXJ, NEM, AEM, BTG

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