Here is a simple way to watch Gold and Silver. This is CEF that holds 55% Gold and 45% Silver bullion. Trades on the AMEX and TSX. Nice 3 year uptrendline that was tagged successfully in late December but also a downtrendline going back to the August highs. A breakout or breakdown will determine the next direction. Meanwhile trades can be made within the triangle using support and resistance points. Silver tends to lead Gold so this chart should serve as a good guide either way. And it's just one chart to watch that should give a heads up on the precious metals group. CEF can also be bought or sold in most any self directed trading account as well just like a stock. And it's cheap unlike many other choices in this group.