Physical Palladium Investment Quiz

Question 1

What are the common sizes for palladium bars?

Accepted Answer

400 oz., 100 oz., Kilo (32.15 oz.), and 10 oz.

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100 oz., 50 oz., 25 oz., and 5 oz.

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500 oz., 200 oz., 50 oz., and 20 oz.

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1000 oz., 250 oz., 100 oz., and 25 oz.

Question 2

Which country notably issued circulating palladium coins in 1967?

Accepted Answer

Tonga

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Canada

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China

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Australia

Question 3

What are the main components that make up the premium above spot price for physical palladium?

Accepted Answer

Refinery costs, logistics, insurance, and dealer margins

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Only dealer margins

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Only shipping and handling costs

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Government taxes and fees only

Question 4

Are bank safe deposit boxes and their contents FDIC-insured?

Accepted Answer

No, they are generally not FDIC-insured

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Yes, fully insured up to $250,000

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Yes, but only up to $100,000

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Only the box rental fee is insured

Question 5

What is a key advantage of palladium bars over palladium coins?

Accepted Answer

Lower premiums

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Higher collectible value

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Better liquidity

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Government backing

Question 6

Can physical palladium be held within Self-Directed IRAs?

Accepted Answer

Yes, physical precious metals including palladium can be held

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No, precious metals are not allowed in IRAs

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Only palladium ETFs are allowed

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Only coins are allowed, not bars

Question 7

What is the main liquidity concern with physical palladium investment?

Accepted Answer

Thinly traded market leading to wider bid-ask spreads

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Cannot be sold at all

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Only banks can buy it back

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Must be held for minimum 5 years

Question 8

What is the main industry-specific risk facing palladium demand?

Accepted Answer

Electric vehicles not requiring catalytic converters

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Declining jewelry demand

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Reduced electronics manufacturing

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Decreased medical applications