Category: gold

Modern-Day Prospectors Take Notice as Raging California Rivers Replenish Historic Gold Rush Spots

By Lisa M. Krieger From Bay Area News Group Buck Meadows—For 170 years, the gold deposits along Sierra stream beds have been so poked and prodded that easy supplies of the precious metal have grown scarce and are a challenge to find. This spring’s raging rivers are regifting them. “There it is!” said Kevin Bell…


Can You Get a Gold Loan? Here’s What You Should Know

If you own physical gold, you have several options for putting it to work toward your financial goals. A gold loan can provide short-term funds if you don’t qualify for unsecured financing or need money quickly for an emergency car repair, medical treatment, or other unexpected expenses. Despite their convenience, gold loans don’t suit every…


Closing Prices for Crude Oil, Gold, and Other Commodities (May 19)

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for June delivery fell 31 cents to $71.55 a barrel Friday. Brent crude for July delivery fell 28 cents to $75.58 a barrel. Wholesale gasoline for June delivery rose 1 cent to $2.58 a gallon. June heating oil fell 4 cents to $2.36 a gallon. June natural gas was unchanged at…


Closing Prices for Crude Oil, Gold, and Other Commodities (May 18)

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for June delivery fell 97 cents to $71.86 a barrel Thursday. Brent crude for July delivery fell $1.10 to $75.86 a barrel. Wholesale gasoline for June delivery was unchanged at $2.57 a gallon. June heating oil fell 2 cents to $2.40 a gallon. June natural gas rose 22 cents to $2.59…


Closing Prices for Crude Oil, Gold, and Other Commodities (May 17)

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for June delivery rose $1.97 to $72.83 a barrel Wednesday. Brent crude for July delivery rose $2.05 to $76.96 a barrel. Wholesale gasoline for June delivery rose 9 cents $2.57 a gallon. June heating oil rose 6 cents to $2.42 a gallon. June natural gas fell 1 cent to $2.37 per…


Closing Prices for Crude Oil, Gold, and Other Commodities (May 16)

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for June delivery fell 25 cents to $70.86 a barrel Tuesday. Brent crude for July delivery fell 32 cents to $74.91 a barrel. Wholesale gasoline for June delivery rose 1 cent $2.48 a gallon. June heating oil fell 2 cents to $2.36 a gallon. June natural gas was unchanged at $2.38…


IN-DEPTH: Texas Lawmakers Consider Creating Gold-Based Digital Currency for Use by Anyone Anywhere

Texas could become the first state in the nation to issue its own digital currency based on gold and silver. The Texas Senate could vote on Senate Bill 2334 this week. A similar bill in the Texas House, House Bill 4903, did not advance. If the Texas digital currency proposal becomes law, money could be spent with a debit card…


Closing Prices for Crude Oil, Gold, and Other Commodities (May 15)

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for June delivery rose $1.07 to $71.11 a barrel Monday. Brent crude for July delivery rose $1.06 to $75.23 a barrel. Wholesale gasoline for June delivery rose 4 cents $2.47 a gallon. June heating oil rose 7 cents to $2.38 a gallon. June natural gas rose 11 cents to $2.38 per…


What to Do If the Debt Ceiling Fight Worsens

Commentary The debt ceiling debate in Washington has been widely discussed but so far, few investors are truly worried. Most believe that when the deadline arrives, Congress and the White House will reach an agreement—even if it’s to kick the can down the road. As of now, Treasury Sec. Janet Yellen has set the deadline…


Closing Prices for Crude Oil, Gold, and Other Commodities (May 12)

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for June delivery fell 83 cents to $70.04 a barrel Friday. Brent crude for July delivery fell 81 cents to $74.17 a barrel. Wholesale gasoline for June delivery fell 3 cents $2.43 a gallon. June heating oil fell 4 cents to $2.31 a gallon. June natural gas rose 8 cents to…