The golden bull is charging – are you ready to ride? Why Goldman Sachs just raised their gold forecast... again ..read more

Oil prices have surged due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, with Brent crude and WTI futures both rising over 5% to reach one-month highs. The market is concerned about potential disruptions to global oil supply, particularly if Israel targets Iranian oil infrastructure. President Biden's ambiguous comments about supporting such actions have further fueled speculation, while Iran's significant oil production capacity adds to the market's unease ..read more

Gold prices declined slightly Friday morning following a stronger-than-anticipated U.S. jobs report, which strengthened the dollar and reduced expectations for a significant Federal Reserve rate cut in November. The robust employment data, showing accelerated job growth and lower unemployment, suggests less pressure on the Fed to implement aggressive rate cuts ..read more

The port strike involving tens of thousands of dockworkers along the East and Gulf Coasts of the United States has been suspended following a tentative agreement on wages between the International Longshoremen's Association and the U.S. Maritime Alliance. The deal includes a significant wage increase and extends the current contract until January 15, 2025, allowing time for further negotiations on outstanding issues. This agreement ends a three-day strike that had threatened to disrupt supply chains and the U.S. economy ..read more

In this eye-opening video, Mike Maloney dives deep into the economic warning signs that signal an impending financial crisis ..read more

As mortgage rates approach 6%, a refinancing wave is gaining momentum. Mortgage applications have surged, with volume last week tripling compared to the previous year. Homeowners who bought when rates were above 7% can now save hundreds of dollars monthly by refinancing. While not yet at pandemic-era levels, the trend is significant and could intensify if rates continue to decline as economists predict ..read more

The dockworkers' strike against automation highlights a growing trend of workers across various industries pushing back against technological advancements that threaten job security. This labor action reflects a broader societal concern about the impact of automation and AI on employment, with unions taking proactive measures to protect their members' interests in the absence of comprehensive workplace policies addressing these issues ..read more

President Biden's comments on potential Israeli strikes against Iranian oil facilities have caused a significant surge in oil prices, raising concerns about global supply disruptions. The market's reaction reflects heightened tensions in the Middle East and the possibility of escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, which could impact a region responsible for about one-third of global oil supply ..read more

Central banks continued to accumulate gold in August 2024, albeit at a slower pace compared to earlier in the year. Net purchases totaled 8 tonnes, the lowest since March, with emerging market central banks leading the buying. Poland, Turkey, and India were the top purchasers, while Kazakhstan reduced its holdings. Despite the moderation in demand, central banks' gold reserves are still growing, reflecting their ongoing interest in the precious metal as a strategic asset ..read more

JPMorgan analysts suggest that the recent surge in gold and bitcoin prices is driven by a "debasement trade," reflecting concerns about geopolitical uncertainty, inflation, government deficits, and waning confidence in fiat currencies. This trend may continue due to rising geopolitical tensions and the upcoming U.S. election, with a potential Trump victory potentially reinforcing the debasement trade through regulatory changes, tariffs, and expansionary fiscal policy ..read more