First published by Money Metals here: https://www.moneymetals.com/news/2018/12/06/gold-silver-the-markets-for-2019-001671

The big question on the minds of most investors is what will happen to the markets and precious metals in 2019. Well, the answer depends mainly on two factors, the oil price and overall weakness in the economy. If the oil price continues to decline, it will indicate a deflationary outcome for the economy and markets.