Andrew Burger

Andrew Burger

Andrew Burger has been reporting on finance, the economy and international markets with a focus on mineral and energy resources, information technology and telecommunications, and renewable energy and clean technology for the past five years.

His first exposure to the world of financial markets came in the late eighties during London’s “Big Bang.” Having spent 5+ years’ working for the New York branch of a major Japanese bank, he also now works as an English teacher.

Andrew graduated from the University of Colorado with an undergraduate degree in geology, and he has earned an MBA in finance from Pace University’s Lubin Graduate School of Business in New York City.

Recent Articles

Miners Surge; Gold, Silver Heading Higher at Week’s End

Gold and silver were headed higher Friday morning, and stocks like Eldorado Gold and Hecla Mining were leading surging miners.

Gold, Silver Higher and Miners Surge on Fed Policy, U.S. Data

Precious metals are getting a strong lift on Thursday. Miners, shares, ETFs -- all are enjoying a post-Fed pop.

Gold, Silver Head Lower as Euro Drops, Debt Talks Continue

Mining shares were mostly mixed Tuesday as gold and silver dropped, though Pan American Silver was down sharply.

Gold, Silver Slightly Lower on European Bond Swap Rejection

Lower gold and silver prices also were dragging down most miners Tuesday morning, though NovaGold Resources was level to slightly up.

Gold, Silver Start the Week Climbing

Increases in gold and silver prices were driving most miners higher, too, though Pan American Silver (PAAS) was getting killed after announcing an acquisition.