Precious Metals

Mining Discovery Investing

Interview with Willem Middelkoop is the founder and fund manager of the Commodity Discovery Fund in Amsterdam, Netherlands. 

Topic summary: 

  • How a photo journalist becomes a mining fund manager.
  • The tell-tale signs of a great discovery, and how information leaks can help honest investors.
  • How the process of writing books helps Willem explore complex systems.
  • Weaknesses in the world’s financial system, and what they mean for the future.
  • Why China is on the verge of resuming its historical role in the world.
  • Willems’ methodology for ensuring that he is an early investor in the best discoveries.
  • How a hedge against real-estate prices led Willem to become interested in commodities and precious metals.
  • The 4 key components of Willems’ portfolio.
  • The importance of understanding the financial system before buying a mining stock.
  • The exclusive event Willem runs for investors in Amsterdam each year.

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