Precious metals trader guilty of wire fraud, federal jury finds
Rating agency lowers price calls of base and precious metals on gloomier forecast
Dozens of state and federal regulators charge that investors were duped by false claims
Persistent supply and demand imbalances support higher near-term prices
Strong demand and constrained supply boost near-term price prospects
Slow global economic growth has taken a toll on natural resources, but monetary and fiscal stimuli could prove a boon to the sector when markets recover
Both groups are less bullish on fixed income, according to a survey from Horizons
Lower interest rates combined with tighter monetary policies provide a tailwind for higher gold prices
Alleged scheme ran for more than eight years
Portfolio managers of precious metals funds hope gold will shine again and prove its value as a portfolio diversifier