Shine On – The Path Forward for Investing in Precious Metals – Aberdeen Standard Investments – 6.25.20

Overview:
Title: Shine On – The Path Forward for Investing in Precious Metals
Date: Thursday, June 25, 2020
Time: 1:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time
Duration: 1 hour

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Summary:

Now On Demand.

Many investors are exploring precious metals as an investment solution in the face of unique economic conditions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and governments’ unprecedented monetary policy response. In this webcast, Steve Dunn, CIMA®, Head of Exchange Traded Funds, and Stan Kiang, Director of Strategic Accounts, will speak on behalf of Aberdeen Standard Investments to discuss why we believe precious metals are a critical component of a well-balanced investment portfolio. In addition to providing a market outlook, they will discuss why an allocation to metals shouldn’t reflect only a tactical reaction to market volatility spikes but can be a strategic, long-term hold.

This webcast will provide key insights and actionable strategies for diversifying with precious metals. Some of the topics that will be addressed include:

  • The benefits of investing in physically-backed metals.
  • How high fees can derail the goals of precious metals investors.
  • The differences between investing in metals versus miners.

Speakers:
Steven Dunn, CIMA® Steven Dunn, CIMA® Head of Exchange Traded Funds Aberdeen Standard Investments

Steve guides the firm’s strategic direction and distribution strategy for ETFs. Steve also oversees national accounts and investor accounts across a broad product suite. Previously, Steve was a Director with Deutsche Asset and Wealth Management in charge of managing relationships with US ETF Strategists and overseeing the Eastern Division sales team. Prior to that, Steve was a consultant at Brandywine Global Investment Management and has also held sales and distribution strategy positions at iShares, Blackrock and Vanguard. Steve holds a B.A. degree in Public Administration from Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania and has completed his MBA at Pennsylvania State University. Steve holds the Series 7, 24, and 63 registrations as well as the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®). Steven Dunn is a registered representative of ALPS Distributors, Inc.
Stan Kiang Stan Kiang Director of Strategic Accounts Aberdeen Standard Investments

Stan is focused on maintaining and expanding partnership opportunities with National Account platforms and asset managers. Stan was previously a member of ETF Securities US (ETFs) and joined Aberdeen Standard Investments following its acquisition of ETFs in 2018. Prior to joining ETFs in 2015, Stan spent nearly thirteen years at BlackRock in a variety of functions spanning corporate development and strategy, portfolio management and sales. As a portfolio manager, Stan was a member of BlackRock’s Institutional Index Equity team focused on managing commodity futures and emerging market equity based products. As a member of the iShares Institutional Sales team, Stan was tasked with managing relationships with RIAs, asset managers and ETF Strategists for the firm. Prior to joining BlackRock, Stan spent a number of years in equity research at JP Morgan Securities, serving in a consulting role at FactSet Research Systems, as well as Investment Banking at Bank of America Securities. Stan holds a B.A. in Economics from St. Mary’s College and holds the series 7, 30, and 63 FINRA registrations. Stan Kiang is a registered representative of ALPS Distributors, Inc.
PAST PERFORMANCE IS NOT AN INDICATION OF FUTURE RESULTS. The statements and opinions expressed are those of the author and are as of the date of this report. All information is historical and not indicative of future results and subject to change. The reader should not assume that an investment in any securities and/or precious metal mentioned was or would be profitable in the future. This information is not a recommendation to buy or sell. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
The Aberdeen Standard Gold ETF Trust, Aberdeen Standard Palladium ETF Trust, Aberdeen Standard Platinum ETF Trust, Aberdeen Standard Precious Metals Basket ETF Trust and the Aberdeen Standard Silver ETF Trust are not investment companies registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or commodity pools for purposes of the Commodity Exchange Act. Shares of the Trusts are not subject to the same regulatory requirements as mutual funds. Commodities generally are volatile and are not suitable for all investors. Trusts focusing on a single commodity generally experience greater volatility. Please refer to the prospectus for complete information regarding all risks associated with the Trusts. Shares in the Trusts are not FDIC insured and may lose value and have no bank guarantee.
The value of the shares relates directly to the value of the precious metal held by each Trust and fluctuations in the price could materially adversely affect investment in the shares. Several factors may affect the price of precious metal, including:
  • A change in economic conditions, such as a recession, can adversely affect the price of the precious metal held by the Trusts. Some metals are used in a wide range of industrial applications, and an economic downturn could have a negative impact on its demand and, consequently, its price and the price of the shares;
  • Investors’ expectations with respect to the rate of inflation;
  • Currency exchange rates;
  • Interest rates;
  • Investment and trading activities of hedge funds and commodity funds; and
  • Global or regional political, economic or financial events and situations. Should there be an increase in the level of hedge activity of the precious metal held by the Trusts or producing companies, it could cause a decline in world precious metal prices, adversely affecting the price of the shares.
Also, should the speculative community take a negative view towards the precious metal held by the Trusts, it could cause a decline in prices, negatively impacting the price of the shares. There is a risk that part or all of the Trusts’ physical metal could be lost, damaged or stolen. Failure by the custodian or sub-custodian to exercise due care in the safekeeping of the metal held by the Trusts could result in a loss to the Trusts. The Trusts will not insure its metal and shareholders cannot be assured that the custodian will maintain adequate insurance or any insurance with respect to the metal held by the custodian on behalf of the Trusts. Consequently, a loss may be suffered with respect to the Trusts’ metal that is not covered by insurance.
Investors buy and sell shares on a secondary market (i.e., not directly from the Trusts). Only market makers or “authorized participants” may trade directly with the Trusts, typically in blocks of 50k to 100k shares.
Diversification does not eliminate the risk of experiencing investment losses.
Commodities generally are volatile and are not suitable for all investors. Carefully consider the Funds’ investment objectives, risk factors, and fees and expenses before investing. This material must be accompanied or preceded by a prospectus. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing.
ALPS Distributors, Inc. is the marketing agent.
ALPS Distributors, Inc. and Aberdeen Standard Investments are not affiliated entities
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