Precious Metals Research
Original data, charts, and analysis from US Gold and Coin. Built for investors, journalists, and anyone who wants to understand how gold and silver actually perform.
Updated February 2026
Gold Prices During Every U.S. Recession
How did gold perform during all 8 U.S. recessions since 1970? Interactive charts, exact price data, and side-by-side comparison with the S&P 500.
Explore DataUpdated February 2026
Gold vs. S&P 500 Performance by Decade
Decade-by-decade breakdown of gold returns versus stock market returns from 1970 to today.
Explore DataUpdated February 2026
Gold Ownership Statistics in America
What percentage of Americans own gold? Breakdown by age, income, and state, with year-over-year trends.
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