Investors Turning Their Gaze To Silver – Silver Institute Executive Director

(Kitco News) – While silver prices have trended lower over the last three months, investor interest in the white metal has been tracking upwards, said an executive with the Silver Institute.

Tuesday’s Forex Analytical Charts

Tuesday’s Analytical Charts for Gold, Silver and Platinum and Palladium

“It’s Cheaper To Buy Exploration Than To Do It Yourself” – Morgans

Australian-based wealth-management firm Morgans says with the fall in equity valuations in the mining sector, acquisitions are looking more attractive.

U.S. Consumer Confidence Rises To 94.5 In October, Rebounds From September Weakness

(Kitco News) – U.S. consumer confidences rose in October, reversing the weakness seen in September, according to data from the U.S. Conference Board.

Freeport 3Q Earnings Decline On Weaker Prices; Gold Output Tops Forecast

Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. (NYSE: FCX) Tuesday reported third-quarter net income of $552 million, or 53 cents per share, down from $821 million, or 79 cents, in the same quarter a year ago.

Updated: Gold Sees Corrective Bounce Following Weaker U.S. Data

(Kitco News) – Gold prices are modestly higher in early U.S. trading Tuesday, receiving a boost following a weaker-than-expected U.S. economic report.

U.S. Durable Goods Orders Fall 1.3% In September

(Kitco News) – The U.S. economy lost more momentum in September, adding to August’s significant declines, as the Department of Commerce reported an drop in durable goods orders on Tuesday.

Switzerland Gold Referendum A Healthy Conversation – Ron Paul

Although it is unlikely Switzerland’s gold referendum will pass, one U.S. politician said the country is embarking on a “healthy conversation” regarding the role of its national bank.

Swiss Gold Initiative Faces Tough Hurdles Despite Positive Early Polls

Some analysts continue to dismiss a fast-approaching Swiss referendum on gold reserves, despite two recent polls showing nominal support for the initiative.