For the past decade, gold prices have been on a breathtaking ascent and have reached some of the highest recorded summits in modern history. Many investors speculate that these values will rise even further. History has shown us that the strength or weakness of the global economy determines the value of this iconic precious metal. Rising gold prices often coincide with weakening currencies and economic uncertainty and act as a "compass" indicating the direction the economy is heading. Being able to read this compass is critical Beginning with the credit crisis of 2008 and the deep recession...