Monday 25 March 2013

How To Choose Silver Stocks For Your Portfolio

By Clayton Eusebio


When it comes to silver you do not have to own the physical form of bullion in order to see exceptional returns from this material. Stocks are a popular way that many investors pick to get in on this market sector without having to worry about theft, storage, and delivery issues. It is important to note that these are not identical to the bullion and it is possible for this ore to increase while a mining company can go under and be completely worthless at the same time.

With bullion you will always have an asset that has intrinsic value and which is tangible. That is not the case with shares so you need to do more research and compare each potential vehicle very closely. The business that is offering the security must be evaluated closely, and you should know everything possible about the company. This may be difficult for entities which do not publicly offer the data that you need to make an informed decision. You should also learn everything possible about the mining industry and how a business operates in this sector.

After you have done some research and have narrowed down your list of possible investment, take some time to start comparing and contrasting each company, including general evaluations of each one. Look into the company profile to assess whether the security is well established or if it is newer on the scene. The valuation of the business and what specific types of methods are used to recover and refined any specific ore may be able to be determined. You can also typically tell where certain major properties and interests lie, simply by investigating the profile of the entity that exists behind the shares.

Take a look at the key players that are running the organization you are considering investing in, and determine how well you think they fit into their positions. For instance, although one person may not have as much experience running a business, they will still probably make a better CEO if they have been in the mining industry for years than someone who has plenty of knowledge but no experience in the particular sector. Pay attention to how well the employees history fits in with their current responsibilities.

The income statement is also important because this gives you all of the key financial data needed to make informed decisions. The balance sheet is also a crucial consideration because this shows you just how well they are doing, and what assets and debts they are carrying. Analyst ratings can also be helpful if you are trying to invest in silver using this type of vehicle.




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