Resources
The Refinery resource library.
Research demonstrations, technical concepts and process breakdowns for gold, silver and copper investors. Every entry maps to a component of the process.
NO SHOVELS, NO PROBLEMS: How Royalty and Streaming Companies Profit From Mines They Don't Own
Royalty and streaming companies finance mines without operating them, and some of gold's biggest players house only 40 staff. This piece breaks down how royalties differ from streams, the numbers behind their margins, why miners sign these deals, copper's growing role, and where the model breaks down.
28 July 2026
The Ugly Side of Gold, Silver and Copper Mining. Is Ethical Investing Possible?
Gold, silver and copper mining has a documented history that rarely reaches investor marketing: child labour and mercury use in artisanal mining, communities displaced without consent, security forces linked to serious violence, and tens of billions in gold smuggled from producing nations each year. Readers must understand that there's no fully clean way to get exposure to this sector. But there is a difference between ignoring that reality and researching around it. This post lays out what's documented, then gives you a practical checklist for evaluating any GSC company before you invest.
18 July 2026
ZOOM OUT: How the Monthly Timeframe Can Benefit Gold, Silver and Copper Investors
A comprehensive analysis of the monthly chart, and its practical application to gold, silver and copper equity investing.
11 July 2026
What is The Refinery
A full breakdown of The Refinery, as a process for your Gold, Silver and Copper mining investments.
20 June 2026