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Is your gold & silver portfolio structured properly? Greg Orrell of the OCM Gold Fund, one of the very few long-standing gold fund managers, walked me through how he would structure a precious metals portfolio today, and what type of companies he's looking into. Investing in precious metals means more than just buying physical gold or silver. A diversified approach that balances various types of investments can offer broader exposure, reducing risk while maximizing potential upside. Here’s a breakdown of the most common options: 1. Producers – Companies already mining and generating revenue are the bedrock. They offer cash flow, stability, and generally less risk (although they're not risk-less, of course). 2. Developers – Companies nearing production can add significant value if they reach operational status. These mid-stage assets bring higher risk than producers but can deliver strong returns as they move closer to production. 3. Explorers – Pure risk, pure upside. These are the wild cards that can 10x or become write-offs. But adding a few quality exploration companies can bring serious torque to the portfolio. Think about then size of the prize, the cost of the test, and the chances of success. 4. Royalties & Streaming – The "collect rent, not risks" approach. Royalties offer a way to gain exposure to precious metals without direct mining risk, generating revenue from various projects and often paying dividends. 5. Picks & Shovel Plays – These are the suppliers that support the industry, like equipment manufacturers and tech companies serving miners. Less dependent on metal prices, they benefit from industry activity—whether it’s a bull or bear market. 6. Physical Metals – The ultimate hedge and store of value. Holding physical metals, whether coins or bullion, adds tangible security to your portfolio and protects against systemic risk. Plus, it’s hard to argue with something you can hold in your hand. 7. What else? What am I missing? What should definitely be in every precious metals portfolio out there? Watch the full conversation here -> https://lnkd.in/eemwFtyx

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