Alternative Investments
Gold, Commodities, and Real Assets as Inflation Hedges: A 2026 Guide for Accredited Investors
According to the World Gold Council's 2026 Gold Outlook, gold hit $5,595 per ounce on January 29, 2026, the first time in history the metal exceeded its 1980 peak in real, inflation-adjusted terms, ac
Jeff Barnes, MBA··12 min read
Alternative Investments
Gold Hit $5,589 in 2026. Silver Gained 144%. Here's the Commodities Allocation Most Investors Are Missing.
TL;DR: Gold hit $5,589.38 per ounce on January 28, 2026, after rising 65% in 2025. Silver gained 144.66% in 2025 and reached a new historical high of $64.21/oz in December. The Bloomberg Commodity Ind
Jeff Barnes, MBA··10 min read
Alternative Investments
Carbon Credit Markets: The Next Frontier for Alternative Investment Returns
The voluntary carbon market is projected to grow from $2 billion to $50 billion by 2030. Early investors are positioning for asymmetric returns, but integrity risks and regulatory uncertainty make this a high-conviction play.
AIN Editorial Team··5 min read