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How Have You Done in Today’s Economy By Owning Physical Precious Metals?

  • Writer: David LeBlanc
    David LeBlanc
  • Apr 19
  • 3 min read

Updated: Apr 20

Let’s be honest—it’s been a rough ride lately. Groceries cost more, housing feels out of reach for many, investments are on a roller coaster, and the U.S. has rolled out new tariffs that’ll likely drive up prices even more for Canadians until our federal government gets its act together - c'mon April 28th!! It’s no wonder so many people are anxious and looking for ways to protect what they’ve worked hard to save. If that’s you, I hear you and have some good news.


If you’ve been trading in your useless fiat dollars for physical gold or silver over the last couple of years—or even just thinking about it—you’ve likely done way better than most folks who’ve kept all their money in traditional investments be they savings accounts, stocks, bonds, ETFs.


So, How Have Gold and Silver Actually Performed?

Let’s look at the numbers (don’t worry, I’ll keep it simple):


Since early 2023, gold is up over 25% in Canadian dollars.

Silver? Even better—up more than 35%.

Now compare that to:


  • The TSX (our main Canadian stock market), which has barely moved—just around 6% growth in that same time.

  • The S&P 500 in the U.S. has done a bit better—about 22%—but it’s been a rocky road, and most of those gains have come from a handful of giant tech stocks. In 2025, it's down about 8%.


Meanwhile, the Canadian dollar’s lost buying power, which means everything from gas to groceries is stretching your wallet thinner. If you had your savings parked in physical gold or silver instead of just in the markets or sitting in a bank account? You’d be smiling and having less anxiety right now.


This Is What Gold and Silver Were Made For

Gold and silver aren’t some get-rich-quick play. They’re real money—tangible, proven, and independent of the financial system.


They don’t need a CEO, central bank, or government to hold their value. And when the world starts to feel shaky (which it kind of does right now), metals tend to shine. If you’re new to all this, you might be surprised to learn that gold and silver are some of the best tools we have to preserve wealth, protect purchasing power, and bring a little peace of mind when everything else feels uncertain.


For the Newcomers + Experienced "Stackers"

If you’ve already started stacking—awesome. You’ve probably felt that sense of confidence that comes from knowing some of your wealth is held in something solid.


If you haven’t started yet, but you’re feeling that itch to do something to protect yourself and your family from rising costs, inflation, loss of purchasing power, declining investment values, whatever else comes next—you’re not alone. And you’re not too late.


Want to Talk About It? Let’s Chat (For Free)

If you’re curious but not quite sure where to start, I’d love to offer you a totally free 15-minute Exploration Call.



There’s no sales pitch—I don’t sell metals or memberships (I believe in people having the information so they can make the best informed decisions and choices for themselves) . I’m here to help you learn how gold and silver work, how and what to buy safely, and whether it even makes sense for your situation depending on your goals.


This is just a relaxed, honest conversation. No pressure, no obligation. Just me helping people like you explore real money as a tool for financial safety, independence, and long-term wealth preservation.

Let’s help you take the first step toward something that brings a little more certainty to your life.


Because in a world that feels out of control, real money just makes sense. How Have You Done in Today’s Economy if You Owned Physical Precious Metals?


Best regards,


David Precious Metals Coach

"Real Money for We The People"


image of Precious Metals Coach with a family walking in the park


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