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The Federal Reserve’s Role in U.S. Monetary Policy Since December 23rd, 1913, the Federal Reserve has been responsible for U.S. monetary policy. Its primary mandates are to keep inflation below 2% and maintain low unemployment. As the world’s reserve currency, the USD’s fluctuations impact most countries. This gives the Federal Reserve enormous influence. They can…
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Basic Information About Assay/Certificates of Authenticity (COA)
An assay and a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) are important documents that provide proof of the authenticity and purity of precious metal products, such as bullion coins or bars. These documents are used to verify the weight, metal content, and purity of a precious metal product, and are crucial for buyers and collectors who…
What is NYMEX?
NYMEX History The NYMEX was founded in 1872 and has grown to become the largest physical commodity futures exchange in the world. The CME Group purchased the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX), a commodity trading exchange, in 2008. It is recognized as a Designated Contract Market (DCM), providing the CME Group with products in the…
Understanding What Is COMEX: An Overview
Introduction to COMEX COMEX is one of the world’s largest futures and commodities exchanges. It is owned by CME Group, which is the world’s largest derivatives marketplace. COMEX was founded in 1933 and is regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). It is also a part of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME). It is…
Understanding Spot Prices: What It Is and Where They Come From
Have you ever heard of spot prices? Let’s dive in and get started! Spot prices are an important tool in the financial markets. They are used to determine a security or commodity’s current value at a particular time. The “spot” refers to the current market, or operating, price. Spot prices provide traders and investors with…
