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What Does It Take to Be in the Top 1 Percent? Not As Much As You Think
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 1/27/14
When you think of the top 1 percent of all income earners in American households, how much do you think this group rakes in? Millions? Tens of millions? What about the top 10 percent or even top 20 percent?

Why the Recent Lift in Junior Miners Will Likely Continue
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 1/25/14
Junior venture companies in Canada are finally seeing a significant lift. In early January, the S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index rose above the 200-day moving average for the first time in three years. The index is also very close to experiencing a golden cross, which is when the shorter-term 50-day moving average crosses above the 200-day moving average. Historically, traders see this cross as extremely bullish.

Continuing a Winning Formula for 2014
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 1/17/14
In any competition, sports or investment management, there are lessons to learn to improve and better results.

What Does It Take to Be in the Top 1 Percent? Not As Much As You Think
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 1/17/14
You might be surprised to learn that the top 20 percent of income earners bring in a household income of just over $100,000. The top 10 percent of earners have a household income of more than $148,687. To be considered in the top 1 percent, household income is at least $521,411.

Investment Insights from a Road Warrior
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 1/15/14
As part of our investment process, we often take the explicit knowledge learned from our statistical models and overlay them with global travel.

Continuing a Winning Formula for 2014
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 1/10/14
We believe there?s a way that increases the odds of winning. It?s by combining a bottom-up approach with a top-down strategy: Find great, fast-growing and shareholder-focused companies and focus on the best stocks in the sectors experiencing positive momentum.

Gold Stocks: What to Expect in the New Year
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 1/3/14
After three years of pain, can gold stocks break their losing streak and see a gain in 2014? History says chances are good.

2013: Looking Back at the Year of the Bull
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 12/27/13
Will stocks continue to climb in 2014? Odds are "very good," finds BCA Research. According to historical data going back to 1870, there were 30 times when annual returns in domestic stocks climbed more than 25 percent. Of these, 23 experienced an additional increase, resulting in a mean of 12 percent, says BCA. Thinking back to January 2013, investors had a very different frame of mind. While we recently talked about the year?s biggest stories in U.S. energy and gold, today, we recap our popular commentaries focused on the domestic market.

A Surprising Way to Participate in Today's Tech Boom
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 12/24/13
If I asked you to name the biggest online shopping day of the year, what would you guess?

A Surprising Way to Participate in Today's Tech Boom
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 12/20/13
China has become one of the best consumption stories out there, and looking over the next few years, local technology companies are almost certain to benefit. So while many U.S. investors are getting excited about the growing number of initial public offerings in the tech sector, they would be remiss if they didnt look beyond Silicon Valley.

One of the Most Notable Stories of the Year: Energy Renaissance in the U.S.A.
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 12/19/13
As we come to the end of 2013, its a good time to reflect on some of the biggest resources stories of the year. One that immediately comes to mind is the U.S. energy resurgence and its tremendous effect on oil and gas.

Saying Goodbye to a Great Peacemaker
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 12/13/13
Last week, the world lost a hero. There are so few people in this world who have fought for freedom in such a benevolent way as Nelson Mandela.

One of the Most Notable Stories of the Year: Energy Renaissance in the U.S.A.
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 12/13/13
Only a few years ago, we were contemplating the supply constraints facing the petroleum industry, as many major oil fields around the world were facing a decline in production. Now, with the disruptive technology in shale oil and gas, we may be looking forward to decades of drilling.

Did the Government Shutdown Help the Economy?
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 12/6/13
Take the government shutdown in October, when the House and Senate fought over the debt ceiling. Economic data wasn?t released, services were halted, national parks were closed, and "non-essential government workers were told to stay home. As a result, GDP was expected to collapse. Yet, data released this week reveal a different, stronger image of the U.S. economy. I think Shakespeare would deem the media?s fear mongering tactics as Much Ado About Nothing.

Resource Investors Who Use this Strategy Have Seen Significant Gains
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 12/6/13
When playing Blackjack, the house has the edge in winning...unless you know how to count cards, a strategy proven to increase a players chances. But did you know you can apply this concept to the market as well?

From the Taj Mahal to Westminster Abbey: Notes from a Global Investor
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 12/3/13
I recently returned from India, a nation where an incredible 600 million people are under the age of 25. Thats nearly double the entire population of the U.S.!

From the Taj Mahal to Westminster Abbey: Notes from a Global Investor
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 11/29/13
I recently returned from India, a nation where an incredible 600 million people are under the age of 25. That?s nearly double the entire population of the U.S.

Understanding the Rise of China
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 11/22/13
If the sweeping economic reforms planned by Chinese leaders during the Third Plenum can be our guide, it looks to be a promising decade for global investors. Details released this week confirmed President Xi Jinpings concerted efforts to move China toward a market-based economy that mirrors the West.

Follow the Leaders: Gold Opinions from New Orleans
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 11/20/13
Bring together some of the brightest, most engaging minds in investing and politics inside the Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel along with hundreds of investors eager for market knowledge and insight, and you get the 39th Annual New Orleans Investment Conference.

Dressed to the Nines with Gold
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 11/15/13
While paper gold is getting the cold shoulder in the West, the Love Trade buyers in the East are wrapping their arms around all the physical gold they can get their hands on.

In 20 Years, What Country Will Produce the Most Gold?
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 11/14/13
A question like that is impossible to answer, of course, due to mining difficulties, diminishing resources, and changing government policies and regulations that help or hinder a countrys ability to mine, farm or drill efficiently.

Big Ideas on Gold and Resources in the Big Easy
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 11/12/13
For nearly four decades, curious investors have made their way to the Big Easy for a taste of New Orleans and several helpings of advice and perspective at the New Orleans Investment Conference.

Big Ideas in the Big Easy
by Frank Holmes of U.S. Global Investors, 11/8/13
This is likely a contrarian view to the folks in the White House, but I think investors benefit from being contrarian and thinking differently. In preparation for my presentations in New Orleans as well as for the Metals & Minerals Investment Conference in San Francisco and the Mines and Money in London in a few weeks, I?ve been pulling together this kind of research that we can all put to use now.

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.
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