12.31.25 - 2025 Recap: Silver up 150% and Gold up 64%
Gold last traded at $4,311 an ounce. Silver at $70.58 an ounce.
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Below are three quick-read articles that offer a strong recap of 2025's market performance and some insights that may well serve as a precursor of what's to come. While gold and silver "stumbled" slightly toward year-end, it may simply have been a pause to catch their breath before the next move higher.
Silver’s 150% rally and gold’s 64% gain cap historic year for precious metals -Yahoo! Finance
by Sam Boughedda
Investing.com -- Despite the sharp pullback in recent days, both gold and silver are set to post substantial gains as we close out 2025, capping a standout year for precious metals as investors sought safety amid economic and geopolitical uncertainty.
Spot silver has surged around 150% this year, breaking above $80 per ounce in late December for the first time and outperforming major equity indexes and currencies. However, the metal has pulled back significantly over the last few days and currently sits around $71.80
The metal has benefited from its designation as a critical U.S. mineral, persistent supply constraints and historically low inventories.
Meanwhile, spot gold has climbed around 64% in 2025, hitting record highs as central bank purchases and risk-off positioning supported prices. However, the pullback in gold over the last few sessions has seen it fall from over $4,500 per ounce to its current level just above $4,300. READ MORE
Gold and Silver Stumble at the End of Best Year Since the 1970s -Yahoo! Finance
by Yihui Xie and Jack Ryan
(Bloomberg) -- Gold and silver fell on the last trading day of 2025, though both remained on track for the biggest annual gain in more than four decades as a banner year for precious metals draws to a close.
Spot gold hovered around $4,320 an ounce, while silver slid toward $71. The two have seen exceptional volatility in thin post-holiday trading, plunging Monday before recovering Tuesday and dropping again Wednesday. The big swings prompted exchange operator CME Group to raise margin requirements twice.
Both metals are still on track for their best year since 1979, supported by strong demand for haven assets amid mounting geopolitical risks, and by interest-rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve. The so-called debasement trade — triggered by fears of inflation and swelling debt burdens in developed economies — has helped supercharge the scorching rally.
In gold, the bigger market by far, those factors spurred a rush by investors into bullion-backed exchange-traded funds, while central banks extended a years-long buying spree. READ MORE
Dollar Set for Worst Year Since 2017 With Fed Drama Center Stage -Yahoo! Finance
by Anya Andrianova
(Bloomberg) -- The dollar is poised for its sharpest annual retreat in eight years and investors say more declines are coming if the next Federal Reserve chief opts for deeper interest-rate cuts as expected.
The Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index has fallen about 8% this year so far. After tumbling in the wake of Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs in April, the greenback came under sustained pressure as the president kicked off his aggressive campaign to get a dovish appointee installed as Fed chair next year.
“The biggest factor for the dollar in first quarter will be the Fed,” said Yusuke Miyairi, a foreign-exchange strategist at Nomura. “And it’s not just the meetings in January and March, but who will be the Fed Chair after Jerome Powell ends his term.”
With at least two rate reductions priced in for next year, the US’s policy path diverges from some of its developed peers, further dimming the dollar’s appeal. READ MORE
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12.30.25 - US Dollar Loses 10% of Its Value in Just One Year
Gold last traded at $4,338 an ounce. Silver at $76.25 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: The U.S. dollar has lost approximately 10% of its value in 2025 against a basket of foreign currencies. The year has been marked by significant uncertainty and persistent financial questions surrounding the global economic outlook. Against this backdrop, gold and silver have emerged as clear bright spots, with many expecting that strength to continue as we move into 2026.
US Dollar Loses 10% of Its Value in Just One Year As Gold and Silver Send ‘Flash Warning’ To Markets -The Daily Hodl
The US dollar has lost more than 10% of its value in 2025 as an economist warns precious metals prices are sending a major warning on the global financial order.
The US Dollar Index (DXY) has lost 10.41% of its value since the start of 2025, meaning the world’s reserve currency has heavily depreciated against a basket of major foreign currencies like the euro, yen and pound.
The dollar decline has happened as precious metals like gold and silver witness historic breakouts, with gold rising 65.32% to $4,331 per ounce and silver rising 147.97% to $72 per ounce.
In a new op-ed in The Free Press, Economist Tyler Cowen says the dramatic surge in precious metal prices represents a “flash warning for the economy.”
“The rush for precious metals should worry us all. It reflects a new and possibly disastrous danger on the horizon…
The economy is becoming more correlated. Translated to everyday English, that means we have fewer sources of financial protection if matters, either economically or politically, were to go very badly. And so precious metals are stepping into the hedge and protective roles that were once fulfilled by the US dollar.” READ MORE
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12.29.25 - Elon Musk warns, as China limits silver exports
Gold last traded at $4,332 an ounce. Silver at $72.15 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Silver’s sharp price surge is sending shockwaves through global manufacturing, prompting warnings that higher costs could disrupt industries reliant on the metal. Elon Musk’s comments highlight a tightening supply-demand imbalance that reinforces silver’s growing strategic importance; and the likelihood of continued volatility ahead.
Elon Musk warns of impact of record silver prices before China limits exports -The Guardian
by Graeme Wearden
A surge in the price of silver to record highs this month has prompted a warning from Elon Musk that manufacturers could suffer the consequences.
Silver has risen sharply during December, part of a precious metals rally that also pushed gold and platinum to record levels on Boxing Day.
Analysts have attributed the jump in prices to expectations of US interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve in 2026, leading to increased demand for hard assets that protect against inflation and currency debasement
New restrictions on silver exports from China, which begin on 1 January, have created supply fears while geopolitical worries have lifted demand for safe-haven assets.
Silver hit $79 (£58) an ounce for the first time last Friday, a new peak, up from $56 at the start of December, and just $29 an ounce at the start of 2025.
“This is not good. Silver is needed in many industrial processes,” Musk posted on X.
Uses for the metal include in electrification, solar power panels, electric vehicles and data centres, all areas in which demand has been rising, eating into silver inventories.
But as well as industrial applications, silver has a role as a monetary metal – a store of value. READ MORE
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12.24.25 - How Much Gold Did BRICS Buy in 2025?
Gold last traded at $4,480 an ounce. Silver at $71.84 an ounce.
Silver Price to $200? Analyst Lays Out Bold 2026 Price Target -Watcher.Guru
Silver has decisively moved through the $70 price level and may be on a trajectory toward $200. While this may sound improbable at first glance, an expanding set of fundamental and market-driven factors continues to strengthen the case for such an outcome.
by Juhi Mirza
2025 has been particularly favorable for metals, as gold and silver both have continued to break new records. Both the assets have surged dramatically over the year, with silver emerging as the top asset, surging over 100%. That being said, one analyst thinks that silver is more bankable than others and is poised to surge more in 2026.
Per Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, the expert believes that silver is currently on a path towards prosperity, eyeing a new price spot of $200 in the near future.
“SILVER over $70. GREAT NEWS for gold and silver stackers. BAD NEWS for FAKE MONEY savers. I am concerned $70 silver may signal hyperinflation in 5 years as the fake $ keeps losing value. Don’t be a loser. Fake dollars will continue to lose purchasing power as silver goes to $200 in 2026. Take care.”
The rising geopolitical uncertainties have made investors wary of the dollar. This narrative is fueling the rise of metals, with gold and silver taking the lead. READ MORE
How Much Gold Did BRICS Buy in 2025? Total Reserves Revealed -Watcher.Guru
We know that BRICS nations have been aggressively accumulating gold, and we are now gaining clearer insight into the scale of those purchases. The alliance is taking deliberate, strategic steps to ensure the success of its de-dollarization efforts.
by Loredana Harsana
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Central Bank’s gold buying jumped 41% in Q2 2025, and purchases actually reached 166 tonnes. This increase accelerated various major acquisition programs, transforming multiple essential central bank strategies. Russia’s sitting on 2,336 tonnes right now, China holds 2,298 tonnes, and India has 880 tonnes in reserves. These holdings leveraged several key strategic advantages, pioneering numerous significant reserve positions across certain critical markets. Brazil made its first purchase since 2021, bringing reserves from 129.7 to 145.1 tonnes by September.
So, on November 10, 2025, BRICS launched “The Unit” through the International Research Institute for Advanced Systems on the Cardano blockchain, which is pretty significant. This implementation catalyzed various major transformations across multiple essential digital settlement frameworks. The gold-backed BRICS Unit is pegged 40% to gold and 60% to BRICS currencies, designed specifically for cross-border trade between member nations. The architecture leveraged several key technological innovations, optimizing numerous significant transaction mechanisms. READ MORE
Gold Price Breaks Triangle: Is a $5,700 Top Coming by Spring 2026? -Watcher.Guru
Gold is still delivering remarkable, attention-grabbing price moves; and as momentum continues to build, a growing number of forecasts are emerging. Many of these projections anticipate continued explosive gains, comparable to what we have already seen this year.
by Juhi Mirza
Gold price is now the latest market rage, as the asset continues to break new records each day. The gold price has now surged massively over the year, topping charts while scaling the ambitious $4500 mark. Analysts continue to forecast bullish gold price calls, adding how there’s enough fuel left for gold to rally further in 2026.
According to Rashad Hajiyev, a notable finance expert, gold has recently broken out of a triangle setup and is now steadily aiming to hit new highs. This breakup has already led the gold price to rise by 6% till now, displaying more opportunities for the asset to bank on. In addition to this, gold’s precious breakout resulted in the asset rallying 30% in a span of 51 days.
Hajiyev later adds how the asset may easily break the top $5K spot, hitting $5.7K by March or April 2026 if it continues to rally and move at its current speed and momentum.
However, Hajiyev also predicts a brief January shakeout, a temporary consolidation, that may tip the gold price down before helping it soar later. READ MORE
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12.23.25 - Gold and silver reach fresh highs for second day running
Gold last traded at $4,493 an ounce. Silver at $71.28 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: At the risk of sounding repetitive, gold and silver have once again reached new highs. A question I’m frequently asked is whether it makes sense to sell after such a strong run. My response is simple: the same forces that have driven prices higher are not only still in place, they’ve intensified. From that perspective, today is a great time to buy.
Gold and silver reach fresh highs for second day running — and could keep climbing -CNBC
by Tasmin Lockwood
Gold and silver have rallied this year — and prices keep climbing.
Gold futures for February delivery rose settled 0.8% higher at $4,505.7, after hitting a record of $4,530.80 per ounce. Spot gold was up 1.04% to $4,491.68 per ounce.
Meanwhile silver futures for March advanced 4.59% and was last seen at $71.71 per ounce, while spot silver was last trading at $71.22, up 3.19%. Spot silver crossed $70 for the first time earlier in the session.
The metals have soared this year, smashing consecutive price records as sentiment shook on riskier assets amid fears of an AI bubble and uncertainty over the next Federal Reserve chair looking into 2026.
Gold is typically viewed as a safe bet in times of economic or geopolitical uncertainty and is often used as a hedge. READ MORE
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12.22.25 - Gold and silver prices soar to new highs
Gold last traded at $4,443 an ounce. Silver at $68.93 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: The investment community is finally recognizing the strength of precious metals and the wisdom of owning them. Gold and silver prices continue to climb to all-time record highs. These historic rallies reinforce the role of gold and silver as a hedge against monetary easing, currency debasement, and global uncertainty. It is a compelling time to consider adding metals to your portfolio as insurance in volatile markets.
Gold and silver prices soar to new highs as the yellow metal reemerges as a hedge -CNBC
by Tasmin Lockwood
Gold and silver prices soared to new highs on Monday.
Gold futures hit a record of $4,477.7 per ounce, and was last trading at $4,466.90 an ounce. Spot gold was up 2.13% to $4,430.22 per ounce. Prices are up nearly 70% since the start of the year.
The metal has soared this year, smashing consecutive price records as risk assets lost ground. Gold is typically viewed as a safe haven asset in times of economic or geopolitical turbulence.
Silver typically tracks gold, and was last seen at a record $68.96 per ounce while spot silver was last trading at $68.98. Prices have gained 128% since the start of the year.
Stateside, U.S.-listed shares of gold miners and silver miners ticked up in premarket trading. The iShares MSCI Global Gold Miners ETF was last seen almost 2.7% higher. READ MORE
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12.19.25 - $9,000,000,000,000 Wall of US Debt Incoming
Gold last traded at $4,347 an ounce. Silver at $67.25 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Our national debt is an embarassment. It's astonishing that other governments have allowed us to get away with what amounts to financial malpractice for so many years. Granted, there were benefits for others in allowing it to continue, but it's increasingly clear that this path may ultimately come back to bite all of us.
$9,000,000,000,000 Wall of US Debt Incoming As Fed Unleashes Money Printers: Peter St Onge -The Daily Hodl
Former Heritage Foundation think tank economist Peter St Onge just issued a fresh warning about inflation.
In a new video update, the economist says the Federal Reserve’s decision to end quantitative tightening (QT) and start buying short-term U.S. Treasury bills will likely cause inflation to jump higher once again.
“The Federal Reserve just announced it’s unleashing the money printers to finance a $9 trillion wall of federal debt coming due this year – as in markets won’t buy it, so the Fed will with counterfeit money. This is where the Fed types zeros on Excel sheets in the basement, declares they’re dollars like any good counterfeiter, then uses those fake dollars to buy government debt called Quantitative Easing, or QE. [Fed chair] Jerome Powell said the Fed’s kicking off with $40 billion a month, which is a half trillion dollars per year, lovingly printed straight out of your wallet.”
St Onge warns the Fed is firmly locked in a dangerous situation, as the government grapples with the need to control interest rates and keep the financial sector afloat. READ MORE
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12.18.25 - Oracle's fall from grace
Gold last traded at $4,332 an ounce. Silver at $65.49 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Is the AI bubble finally starting to burst? Are investors sick of the burn rate with no real results? Some are pointing to Oracle as the first domino to fall, citing the company’s recent drop in share price. If that’s the case, the bigger question becomes: who's next?
Oracle's fall from grace has made it the poster child for AI-bubble excess -Business Insider
by Joe Ciolli
September 10, 2025 was one of the feel-good days of the year in markets.
At the center of the party was Oracle, the legacy tech company who stormed the gates of the AI trade with a blockbuster forecast for its cloud-infrastructure business.
Investors were so fired up about Oracle's AI guidance that they sent shares soaring as much as 43% that day. The company was briefly more valuable than JPMorgan. Larry Ellison overtook Elon Musk as the world's richest person — for a couple of hours at least. The S&P 500 finished the day at a record high. The vibes were immaculate.
Now, in retrospect, the whole ordeal feels like the overreaction of the year.
Oracle's stock is down 46% since that blissful high, and now sits with a positive return of just 7% for the year, roughly half of the S&P 500. READ MORE
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12.17.25 - Gold forecast to glitter again next year
Gold last traded at $4,338 an ounce. Silver at $66.21 an ounce.
BRICS Enters Second Stage of Expansion -Watcher.Guru
Just when it seemed the BRICS alliance had quieted down, it has resurfaced; this time with reports that it is entering a second phase of expansion. Despite efforts by the Trump administration to slow BRICS' momentum, progress has been limited, and the challenge remains a steep uphill battle.
by Vinod Dsouza
Russia’s BRICS Sherpa Sergey Ryabkov confirmed on Tuesday that the alliance has entered the second stage of expansion. He did not reveal a specific timeline for when the bloc intends to invite new countries into the grouping. “We have now entered, I believe, the second stage of expansion. I will not speculate here about when, who, and in what capacity we will have further rapprochement with BRICS,” said Ryabkov to PIR Center.
He also hinted that the second stage of expansion could also happen through a new category of BRICS partner countries. “Opportunities exist for this, including through the creation of a category of partner states. BRICS already has quite a few of these countries that have recently achieved this status,” he said.
The diplomat stressed that Russia’s Chairmanship in 2023 was a major success as the BRICS expansion took place under its watch. Ryabkov explained that the alliance ensured a smooth integration of the new members into the bloc. Every founding member country played an important role in inducting the new countries. “All BRICS members acknowledge that we have accomplished this task quite effectively,” he said. READ MORE
Gold forecast to glitter again next year despite biggest gain since 1979 -Reuters
It appears 2026 may not offer gold much of a breather when it comes to price appreciation. The analysts cited here are far from alone. An overwhelming number of analysts and institutions are forecasting yet another banner year ahead for the yellow metal.
by Polina Devitt
Gold has made its biggest jump since the 1979 oil crisis in 2025 -- with prices doubling in the last two years -- a performance which might previously have meant forecasts of a big correction.
Yet a growing investor pool and factors ranging from U.S. policy to war in Ukraine mean analysts at JP Morgan, Bank of America and consultancy Metals Focus now see bullion hitting $5,000 per troy ounce in 2026.
Spot gold prices reached a record $4,381 in October, having never hit $3,000 before March, driven by demand from central banks and investors with new participants ranging from stablecoin issuer Tether to corporate treasurers.
BofA strategist Michael Widmer said expectations of further gains or portfolio diversification are driving the buying, with impetus from U.S. fiscal deficits, efforts to narrow the U.S. current account deficit and a weak dollar policy.
Philip Newman, managing director at Metals Focus, said further support stemmed from worries about U.S. Federal Reserve independence, tariff disputes and geopolitics including war in Ukraine and Russia's interaction with NATO countries in Europe. READ MORE
Peter Schiff Hints Which Asset Breaks First in the US Economy -Watcher.Guru
Peter Schiff, long known for his market perspectives, has shared his outlook for the coming year and identified what he believes will be the first asset class to break. His view likely won't surprise many; but it's well worth the read.
by Juhi Mirza
Peter Schiff, a notable economist, has once again shared his insights, adding how the US economy is walking on eggshells, enduring intense pressure. Talking about it on X, Schiff detailed how the rise of gold and silver is hinting at a major economic upheaval, with two assets that may collapse first, signaling the change has already started to unveil.
Peter Schiff has once again taken the markets by storm, adding in his insights about the US economic future. In his latest tweet, Schiff shared his view about us being embroiled in an intense economic crisis. He detailed how the rise of gold and silver is hinting at a possible economic explosion, “pulling the rug under the US dollar and Treasuries.” Furthermore, Schiff adds this development may further have a ripple effect, sending consumer prices, bond yields, and unemployment rates soaring to new highs.
“The U.S. economy is teetering on the brink of the biggest economic crisis of our lifetimes. Gold and silver prices skyrocketing to new highs will ultimately pull the rug out from under the U.S. dollar. And Treasuries. Sending consumer prices, bond yields, and unemployment soaring.” READ MORE
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12.16.25 - Why The Price Of Silver Is Poised To Skyrocket
Gold last traded at $4,309 an ounce. Silver at $63.75 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: At the risk of beating the proverbial “dead horse,” here’s yet another article pointing to what many believe could be explosive upside in silver. Not only do the broader conditions appear favorable, but key financial indicators are increasingly aligned as well. The case for silver continues to strengthen—making now a compelling time to act. Call us today to get started.
This Is Why The Price Of Silver Is Poised To Skyrocket -King World News
(King World News) – Otavio Costa: If you ask me, 2026 has the potential to mark a major inflection point for commodities.
Gold has already led the way, and what we’re seeing now appears to be the early stages of a much broader move across resource markets — one that could significantly benefit from what looks increasingly like an unavoidable, ultra-dovish Fed stance.
I’m especially excited about the potential for the gold-to-silver ratio to move meaningfully lower, copper to break out and enter a true price-discovery phase, and energy commodities to stage a comeback that may surprise many investors.
These are simply my own views — rooted in respect for history, a long-term conviction in hard assets, and the recognition that today’s structural imbalances outweigh any genuine ability to restrain inflationary forces. READ MORE
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12.15.25 - Fed Quietly Returns to Money Printing
Gold last traded at $4,305 an ounce. Silver at $64.09 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: The Federal Reserve has, once again, fired up its printing presses. That reality alone raises concerns; but when we hear this is being done “quietly,” it suggests something potentially more troubling than business as usual. A lack of transparency only amplifies the risk. The U.S. dollar is already under significant pressure, and this kind of monetary behavior is a key reason why.
Fed Quietly Returns to Money Printing, Economist Warns -Watcher.Guru
by Loredana Harsana
Money printing 2025 concerns are now resurfacing after the Federal Reserve quietly resumed purchasing securities this week, and it’s a move that Heritage Foundation chief economist E.J. Antoni warns could actually reignite inflation heading into next year. The money printing Fed activities began just Thursday, even as policymakers were cutting interest rates and also touting their progress against rising prices. Right now, this shift in Fed balance sheet expansion has largely escaped public attention, but it could have some pretty significant implications for the economy.
The Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday that it will actually resume buying Treasury securities, and they’re starting with $40 billion in Treasury bills beginning Friday. This Fed balance sheet expansion marks a reversal from the quantitative tightening program that began back in June 2022. The central bank explained that purchases will “remain elevated for a few months” before being “significantly reduced,” citing some concerns about overnight funding market pressures.
Antoni appeared on Newsmax’s “The Count” Saturday and had this to say about money printing in 2025:
“I think the bigger story that has really gotten hidden in the news is the fact that just yesterday, the Fed started buying securities again, expanding its balance sheet. These are all terms that mean they’re going back to printing money, and that’s going to put upward pressure on prices next year. And it’s going to unfortunately, it’s going to counter a lot of the administration’s good work on regulatory reform.” READ MORE
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12.12.25 - A Once-in-a-Generation Breakout
Gold last traded at $4,295 an ounce. Silver at $61.61 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Silver's momentum has become unmistakable. With the metal setting new highs almost by the day, each peak is quickly followed by fresh forecasts calling for even stronger gains. The next major milestone appears to be the $100-per-ounce range; a level analysts are watching closely. Now is an ideal time to take advantage of our Walking Liberty Half Dollar offer before the market advances further.
A Once-in-a-Generation Breakout: Silver Price Chart Points to $96 Next -Watcher.Guru
by Juhi Mirza
While many have been considering gold as the breakout asset of 2025, in hindsight, silver has also been performing extremely well, taking the markets by surprise. Silver price is now heading for a historic parabolic run, a once-in-a-generation breakout, aiming to hit $96 in due time.
According to Rashad Hajiyev, a leading financial expert, silver broke out of its 45-year cup and handle formation in October and has been rallying hard since then. Silver first broke away from its earlier price hindrances to hit $50 and is now swiftly aiming towards a new high of $70 in its first-phase parabolic run. Hajiyev shared how the silver price has more than doubled, over 120%, in 2025 alone, which gives it an edge over other assets that have taken their time rising up to the radar.
Hajiyev later shared how this cup and handle formation is now hinting at $96, which may materialize at the latest by early 2026.
“Silver broke out from a 45-year cup & Handle formation in October 2025,handle having crossed the historic all-time high of $50. In 2025 alone silver more than doubled, having gained 120% up to date. I believe the next station is in the $70 area. The measured move of a mega cup & handle formation targets $96, which is likely going to materialize in early 2026. For now let’s enjoy silver’s parabolic rally! This post is not investment advice…” READ MORE
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12.11.25 - Can Gold Reach $5,000?
Gold last traded at $4,282 an ounce. Silver at $63.56 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Can gold reach $5,000? At this stage, it’s almost surprising that this question is still being asked. If gold were to reach only $5,000 in 2026, it would actually represent one of its weaker performances relative to the trajectory we’ve seen in recent years. While nothing is guaranteed, the current state of global financial instability makes it far more plausible that gold will not only reach $5,000, but significantly surpass it.
Can Gold Hit $5,000 and What’s The Timeline? -Investing Haven
Gold trades at strong levels, central banks added about 200 tonnes this year, and major banks see a clear path to $5,000 if key conditions line up.
Gold holds around $4,200/oz after a solid year of gains.
Big banks, including BofA, HSBC and JPM, model scenarios that reach $5,000 when real rates fall and demand stays healthy.
Growing ETF interest and steady central-bank buying provide real-world support, giving these Gold price forecasts more weight than simple speculation.
But can gold really hit $5,000? READ MORE
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12.10.25 - Inflation: A Money-Stealing Demon?
Gold last traded at $4,234 an ounce. Silver at $61.74 an ounce.
Analyst Say Gold May Repeat Its 2001–11 Price Explosion: Target: $8K -Watcher.Guru
Price forecasts for gold continue to roll in; and they keep climbing. As hard as it may be for some to imagine gold reaching $8,000 an ounce, it was just as hard to believe it could ever move from $2,000 to $4,000. Yet here we are.
by Juhi Mirza
2026 is projected to be the year when metals may finally lead the financial domain. Experts and analysts are now signaling that 2026 might be the biggest breakout year for the gold price, which could help it ascend even higher, potentially reaching the $8K realm easily. Moreover, silver is also expected to forge new highs, driven by its commercial demand, to hit $100 in due time. What’s happening to metals as of late?
According to notable financial expert Rashad Hajiyev, gold is now heading for a new high, possibly reaching the $ 8,000 mark. Hajiyev took to X to share a detailed analysis, claiming how gold had earlier octupled from 2001 to 2011, rising from $250 to $1920. The cycle is on the verge of repeating, as the gold price has long been under a bullish pattern. This pattern started in 2009, when gold hit $1920.
“From 2001 to 2011, gold prices nearly octupled, rising from $250 to $1,920. Gold’s new bull run started in 2016, or 9 years ago, when it was trading at around $1k.”
Hajiyev was quick to add how he wouldn’t be surprised if gold hits $8K, as its chart is now showing the asset following a similar momentum.
“I would not be surprised if the gold price doubles from the present level. Reaching $8k by the end of the next. If gold increased nearly 8-fold within 10 years before, why can’t it repeat it again? I believe chances are high that gold hits $8k by the end of 2026…” READ MORE
A Money-Stealing Demon -Daily Reckoning
In nearly four decades of working in the investment world, I've never heard inflation described as a "money-stealing demon," yet the term feels incredibly fitting. Families are feeling its impact deeply, and it's heartbreaking to witness.
by Adam Sharp
Inflation is a demon. A thief that steals the fruits of our labor.
The primary cause of inflation is growth in money supply. More money sloshing around = higher prices, all else being equal.
See the chart below, which shows how America’s money supply grew a shocking 41% from March 2000 to March 2022.
During the pandemic the government unleashed unprecedented stimulus. The CARES Act of March 2020 was a whopping $2.2 trillion package which included the $900 billion PPP (paycheck protection program), direct stimulus to many households, and assistance to state and local governments.
Various other stimulus programs brought the total COVID spending bill to at least $5 trillion.
As you can see on the chart, M2 money supply (cash, checking and savings accounts, money market funds, etc) soared.
The Federal Reserve enabled this spending by increasing its balance sheet by $5 trillion, from $4 trillion to $9 trillion. READ MORE
Why has the price of silver hit a record high? -BBC
If you've been following the financial markets lately, you're probably aware that silver has reached all-time highs. The real question is: why? The answer matters, because it helps explain why this rally may still have plenty of room to run.
by Osmond Chia
The price of silver has hit a record high ahead of an expected US Federal Reserve interest rate cut and as demand from the technology industry for the precious metal remains high.
Silver crossed $60 (£45.10) an ounce on the spot market, where the precious metal is bought and sold for immediate delivery, for the first time on Tuesday.
Gold, which hit record highs earlier this year as concerns grew about the impact of US tariffs and the global economic outlook, also made gains this week.
Investors tend to move money into precious metals like gold and silver as interest rates come down and the US dollar weakens.
The US central bank is widely expected to cut its main interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point on Wednesday. READ MORE
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12.9.25 - Will the BRICS currency destroy the dollar?
Gold last traded at $4,212 an ounce. Silver at $60.68 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Robert Kiyosaki has issued a stark warning about the future of the U.S. dollar. As the BRICS alliance openly moves toward launching a gold-backed currency, Kiyosaki believes this single shift could be the catalyst that ultimately undermines - and potentially destroys - the dollar’s global dominance.
Robert Kiyosaki Says BRICS Gold-Backed Currency Will Destroy US Dollar -Watcher.Guru
by Vinod Dsouza
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“BIG BREAKING $ NEWS: BRICS: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa announces the “UNIT”, a gold-backed “money.” BYE BYE US DOLLAR!!!!! Stand by, stay awake, stay tuned in. DON’T BE A LOSER. My forecast is Savers of US dollars biggest losers. If you own US Dollars, hyperinflation may wipe you out. I stand by my mantra, own gold, silver, Bitcoin, and Ethereum. Take care stay alert,” he wrote.
Despite Kiyosaki claiming that BRICS gold-backed currency will destroy the US dollar, there’s little chance for that to happen. No BRICS member has officially launched the mechanism, and no leader has stated it. The claim of toppling the US dollar comes without a circulating currency yet. Senior officials have also repeatedly clarified that a rollout of a new tender could take years. Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed during his visit to India last week, saying, “There is no rush” to launch a currency. READ MORE
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12.8.25 - Buffett's relentless selling
Gold last traded at $4,192 an ounce. Silver at $58.11 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: A proven path to success in any area of life is to study and emulate those who have already achieved it. In stock investing, few models are more respected than Warren Buffett. Here’s a look at what he believes may be coming for the stock market in the near future.
Just One Year – Here’s What Happened the Last Time He Dumped Exposure to the Market -The Daily Hodl
Billionaire Warren Buffett just completed a year-long cycle of relentless selling at Berkshire Hathaway.
In the last 12 months, Buffett has sold a net total of more than $184 billion of the conglomerate holding company’s shares.
The legendary investor has steadily exited huge stakes in Apple (AAPL) and Bank of America (BAC), along with Capital One Financial (COF), Citigroup (C), Nu Holdings (NU), Nucor (NUE), DaVita (DVA), VeriSign (VRSN) and D.R. Horton (DHI).
Berkshire now has a record $381 billion in cash and short-term Treasury bills as of the latest SEC data from September 30th.
This isn’t the first time Buffett has steadily unloaded Berkshire’s exposure to the market.
His first notable pullback came in the late 1960s, when Buffett dissolved his investment partnership in 1969, returning cash to partners because he viewed the stock market as wildly overpriced amid speculative frenzy. READ MORE
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12.5.25 - Keep October 1987 Black Monday crash in mind
Gold last traded at $4,212 an ounce. Silver at $58.31 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: There have been countless warnings about an impending market correction—some comparing it to the 2008 housing crisis, others to the dot-com collapse, and now even to the 1987 “Black Monday” crash. Taken together, these comparisons suggest that many believe we may be approaching a moment of significant financial reckoning.
Keep October 1987 Black Monday crash in mind: Former Treasury Sec., Goldman chair Robert Rubin’s message to the market -CNBC
by Eric Rosenbaum
The market has been consumed in recent weeks by concerns about tech stock valuations and an AI bubble in the making. But for former U.S. Treasury Secretary and former Goldman Sachs co-chairman Robert Rubin, market complacency runs much deeper than any current debate over whether record market highs can be sustained by a handful of growth stocks. In his view, debate over the current AI boom and whether it will resemble the financial crash or dotcom bubble misses the point. October 1987, and what is known as “Black Monday,” is the historical comparison he is asking the market to focus on.
Rubin has been outspoken about the risks the U.S. economy is running related to the increase in government debt, and he expanded on those concerns at the CNBC CFO Council Summit in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday.
Recent estimates from the Congressional Budget Office put the debt held by the public at 99.8% of gross domestic product for fiscal year 2025. That is twice the historical average of 51% over the past 50 years. But Rubin noted that long-term average masks a trend that has been worsening more recently. In 2000, the same ratio was at 30%. READ MORE
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12.4.25 - De-Dollarization Escalates Just as US Money Printing Returns
Gold last traded at $4,207 an ounce. Silver at $56.96 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: This pattern is becoming hard to ignore: every time the U.S. ramps up currency creation, the BRICS alliance seems to widen the distance between themselves and the dollar. The trend is clear, and if it continues, it’s only a matter of time before this gradual bend turns into a break with serious consequences for the U.S. dollar.
BRICS De-Dollarization Escalates Just as US Money Printing Returns -Watcher.Guru
by Loredana Harsana
US money printing is going to restart in early 2026, and this actually comes at a pretty critical moment as BRICS nations are accelerating their efforts to reduce dollar dependence in global trade right now. The Federal Reserve officially ended quantitative tightening on December 1st, 2025, which signals a shift back toward balance sheet expansion after three years of removing liquidity from the financial system. At the time of writing, the timing couldn’t be more significant for global markets.
The mechanics behind this shift have actually been building for months now, and markets across the board feel the implications. New York Fed President John Williams revealed in November that US money printing would need to resume, and he explained the technical reasoning behind the decision:
It will then be time to begin the process of gradual purchases of assets that will maintain an ample level of reserves as the Fed’s other liabilities grow and underlying demand for reserves increases over time.
Williams also noted that determining when reserves reach “ample” levels presents an “inexact science,” though some analysts predict the Fed could restart expansion of its balance sheet in the first quarter of 2026. The Federal Reserve has shrunk its balance sheet from around $9 trillion down to approximately $6.6 trillion over the past three years through quantitative tightening, and this process has removed money from the system to help tame inflation. READ MORE
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12.3.25 - Mom-and-Pop Bankruptcies Hit a Record
Gold last traded at $4,209 an ounce. Silver at $58.46 an ounce.
The AI boom has all 4 classic bubble signs — and it could pop in 2026 if interest rates rise, a top economist says -Business Insider
There’s been plenty of speculation about an impending “AI bubble”. We all understand what happens when a bubble pops, but the more important question is: what’s driving these warnings in the first place? Here’s a clear explanation of the key reasons behind the growing concern.
by Thibault Spirlet
The AI frenzy that's driving markets and corporate spending may be heading for a hard landing in 2026.
In an interview with Norges Bank Investment Management CEO Nicolai Tangen, renowned economist Ruchir Sharma said that the AI surge now checks every box on his four-part bubble checklist. And a single trigger could bring it all crashing down in 2026 — higher interest rates.
Higher rates reduce the availability of cheap capital that's been fueling AI investment and put downward pressure on growth-stock valuations.
To diagnose bubbles, Sharma uses what he calls the four O's. He said the AI boom is flashing red on all four: overinvestment, overvaluation, over-ownership, and over-leverage.
Sharma said that AI and tech spending in the US has surged at a rate that is comparable to past bubbles, such as the dot-com era. Valuations of major AI players are also approaching bubble territory when judged by long-term earnings and free cash flow. READ MORE
Mom-and-Pop Business Bankruptcies Hit a Record as Debts Rise -Yahoo! Finance
Yet again, the gap between the optimistic rhetoric from Wall Street and Washington and the reality on the ground is widening. One of the clearest indicators is the rise in bankruptcy filings; especially among small, family-run businesses like the ones my parents operated throughout their lives. Sadly, many of these “mom and pop” operations aren’t as fortunate today, becoming casualties of the current economic environment.
by Steven Church
A six-year-old federal program designed to help the smallest American businesses cut debt and get a fresh start has set a record for the number of cases filed, court data show.
More than 2,200 people and small firms filed bankruptcy this year under the so-called Subchapter V rules, which make it cheaper and faster to win relief from creditors, according to data provider Epiq Bankruptcy Analytics.
“Creditors are just breathing down their necks,” said Carol Fox, a court-approved trustee who oversees more than two dozen cases filed in Southern Florida.
High borrowing costs, cautious consumers and the Trump administration’s trade war are weighing on earnings for the smallest businesses while owners’ optimism fell to a six-month low in October. The number of Subchapter V cases is rising faster than the overall rate for Chapter 11 bankruptcies, which businesses and wealthy individuals typically use to restructure their debts. READ MORE
America’s Feast-or-Famine Reality…When $100,000 Feels Like Poverty -International Man
Throughout my career in the precious metals industry, I often heard the same argument: rising prices aren’t a problem as long as wages keep pace with, or even outpace, inflation. That idea works… until it doesn’t. Here’s the real story of wages versus the rising cost of living.
by Matt Smith
As an entrepreneur, my income has always been feast or famine. For years at the start of a new company, I would earn literally nothing. Now sure, employees had to be paid, and all the business had to move forward, but I took no compensation.
I survived on savings. Luckily I had some. Made from the years of feast. If there’s one thing that makes it hard for most people to be entrepreneurs, it’s this “feast or famine” income volatility. (Still worth it.)
During the COVID hysteria and seeing what’s coming, I decided to totally upend my life. For the first four years and up until fairly recently, I was in a period of personal income famine.
Encouraged by Doug, we launched a few new businesses, including our paid investment newsletter at CrisisInvesting.com. Things have improved. I wouldn’t call it a feast, but it’s enough to cover three hots and a cot. READ MORE
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12.2.25 - The Declining Purchasing Power Of The US Dollar
Gold last traded at $4,212 an ounce. Silver at $58.37 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: The value of the U.S. dollar has been steadily declining for years; a reality we’ve all felt in our daily lives. While this trend may seem familiar, the historical picture tells a powerful story. When you look at how much purchasing power has eroded over the past century, the scale of that loss becomes truly striking.
Visualizing The Declining Purchasing Power Of The US Dollar -ZeroHedge
by Tyler Durden
The U.S. dollar has steadily lost value over the past century. According to Federal Reserve data, the purchasing power of one dollar today is equal to just a few cents in 1913 (the year the Fed was created).
In this graphic, Visual Capitalist's Marcus Lu tracks the decline in the purchasing power of the U.S. dollar since the early 1900s, illustrating how inflation has eroded its value.
The data for this visualization comes from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED). It measures the “Purchasing Power of the Consumer Dollar” across all U.S. city averages, indexed to consumer prices.
The higher the index, the more purchasing power the dollar has. As the index declines, goods and services become relatively more expensive. READ MORE
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12.1.25 - Gold and silver: full steam ahead
Gold last traded at $4,238 an ounce. Silver at $58.44 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Not only are gold and silver setting fresh price records almost daily, but we may also be witnessing the early unraveling of the global fiat currency system. These two trends appear to be moving in lockstep, as more investors and nations recognize the need to anchor wealth in assets of true and lasting value.
Silver Sees Historic 50-Year Upside Breakout As Gold Continues Its Parabolic Pattern! -King World News
Hi-Ho Silver
Otavio Costa: Silver on the move again.
I could stare at this chart all day.
This time we’re looking at a historic breakout from a 50-plus–year cup-and-handle formation — one that can proceed with an explosive move beyond previous highs.
Game on.
Gold
Graddhy out of Sweden: I have been stating since gold broke out 23 months ago for its mega 13-year breakout, that think the main manipulation of gold and silver ended back then.
KING WORLD NEWS NOTE: After Brief Consolidations, Gold’s Parabolic Move Continues Its Steepening Upward Trajectory VIEW CHARTS AND READ MORE
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11.26.25 - The Cardinal Sign of a Bubble
Gold last traded at $4,163 an ounce. Silver at $53.31 an ounce.
Gold Price Forecast: Analysts See Huge Upside, Targets You Need to Know -Watcher.Guru
With more than 30 years of experience in the precious metals industry, seeing gold once again dominate market headlines remains both familiar and compelling. Despite its considerable appreciation to date, current market dynamics indicate that the upward trend is far from over. Below are several key drivers that continue to support a strong outlook for gold.
by Juhi Mirza
Gold is the newest breakout asset of 2025, with the metal looking forward to exploring new highs again. With Fed December rate speculation fueling further, gold is looking forward to surging even higher, all while experiencing minor corrections and consolidations ahead. With gold’s ebb and flow narrative, what are some usual price targets that investors should keep a keen eye on?
As per Rashad Hajiyev, a leading gold expert, the precious yellow metal is now eyeing a new narrative, waiting to unfold around $4100, as a brief consolidation gets ready to hit the asset with full force. Hajiyev took to X to share the chart, adding how the gold price narrative is now edging toward a minor roadblock, with a visible resistance line approaching the asset at the $4130 to $4190 level.
Hajiyev was quick to add how the asset price chart is showing a bullish trainable development, hinting at a possible breakout, if gold manages to maintain its equilibrium while battling intense consolidation lines. VIEW CHARTS AND READ MORE
‘Big Short’ investor Michael Burry warns Nvidia is the Cisco equivalent in today’s AI boom: ‘Sometimes the new company is the same company on a pivot’ -Fortune
Michael Burry is again urging caution among investors regarding Nvidia, raising concerns about what he views as significant overvaluation. He draws a striking parallel to the dot-com era and Cisco's dramatic collapse - a moment I recall vividly - as many investors then believed their gains would continue indefinitely. For countless shareholders, that assumption proved costly.
by Sasha Rogelberg
Michael Burry has doubled down on his concerns of an AI bubble, drawing similarities between Cisco during the late-‘90s dotcom crash and one key tech company today.
In his first Substack post, “The Cardinal Sign of a Bubble: Supply-Side Gluttony,” published on Sunday, Burry, made famous for his prescience on the 2008 housing market collapse as portrayed in the 2015 film The Big Short, called the AI boom a “glorious folly,” singling out Nvidia as a harbinger for when he expects the industry’s bubble to burst.
“Folly makes money. Creative destruction and manic folly are exactly why the U.S. is the center of innovation in the world,” Burry said. “Companies are allowed to innovate themselves to death. And ever more spring up to do the same. Sometimes the new company is the same company on a pivot.” READ MORE
Sanctions on BRICS Will Lead to Turbulence in the US Economy -Watcher.Guru
Additional sanctions targeting BRICS nations are on the horizon, raising concerns about further economic turbulence here at home. The question is how much disruption the U.S. economy can withstand before reaching a critical breaking point. As competitive pressure from BRICS continues to grow, it's becoming increasingly clear that the global balance of economic power is shifting - and not in our favor.
by Vinod Dsouza
The US renewed sanctions on Russia and tightened the loop to stop its BRICS counterparts from procuring oil. India, China, and Brazil, among other countries, were forced to buy crude oil elsewhere. India’s State-run refiners signed deals with the US firms for oil procurement due to the sanctions.
Petroleum refiner Rosneft’s CEO Igor Sechin warned that sanctions against BRICS will only bring trouble to the US economy. He warned that the economies of BRICS nations are growing while the US GDP is stalling. The aggressive sanctions will only backfire as angst against the West is growing.
BRICS members Russia and China, and also Iran, have seen sanctions from the US. “The continuation of the West’s aggressive sanctions policy toward both Russia and China will undoubtedly bring the next economic crisis in Western countries closer. Not all Western politicians understand the risks they are facing,” he said.
The BRICS alliance has faced the ire of US President Donald Trump since he took office in January. He has called the bloc “Anti-American” for initiating de-dollarization policies. He also warned them of higher tariffs if they continue sidelining the US dollar for trade. READ MORE
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11.25.25 - The AI Bubble Debate
Gold last traded at $4,139 an ounce. Silver at $51.21 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Discussions surrounding a potential AI market bubble continue to intensify, with many arguing that a correction is imminent. When seasoned investors who have weathered past bubbles raise similar concerns, the warning carries weight. Here’s one of the latest examples.
Expert who predicted the dotcom crash says Americans could face a much bigger crisis soon -Newsbreak
By Deep Das Barman
An economic crisis isn't something that happens all of a sudden, but a lot of factors weaken the economy before a major blow triggers a meltdown. The famous bearish strategist, Albert Edwards, of Societe Generale, who had predicted the dot com crash, has sounded the alarm about a looming financial crisis, bigger than the 2008 market crash. The analyst, who refers to himself as a "perma bear," spoke to Bloomberg and Fortune, sharing his opinions on the current 'AI Bubble' and the possibility of a market correction.
Edwards, who admits that he is a very bearish market strategist, has made some high-profile and dramatic predictions in the past, including the dot-com bubble burst. However, not all of his warnings have panned out, Fortune noted. "I think there's a bubble, but there again I always think there's a bubble," Edwards told Bloomberg's Merryn Somerset Webb, in a podcast. He was also firm in his opinion that "it will end in tears," saying, "that much I'm sure of." He further told Fortune in an interview that previous theories of a bubble before the 1999 and early 2000 dot com crash, and the 2008 financial crisis were also "very convincing."
He noted that each time, a “surge in the market was so relentless” that he would just stop talking about bubbles, as his clients don't like it. "Clients get pissed off with you repeating the same thing over and over again and being wrong,” he said, adding that the tone changes when the bubble bursts. “Generally, when you’re gripped by a bubble, people just don’t want to listen because they’re making so much money," he told the publication. READ MORE
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11.24.25 - Why BRICS Is Abandoning the US Dollar
Gold last traded at $4,134 an ounce. Silver at $51.36 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: BRICS is increasingly focused on reducing global reliance on the U.S. dollar. Some see this as a response to geopolitical tensions with the United States, while others view it as a deliberate strategy to reshape the international financial system. Here are five key reasons why BRICS nations are moving away from the dollar.
Why BRICS Is Abandoning the US Dollar? -Watcher.Guru
by Vinod Dsouza
Despite being the de facto top-most used currency in the world for all trade and transactions, BRICS wants to abandon the US dollar. The reasons are deeply rooted in the foreign policies that stemmed from the White House corridors. Not just Trump, the angst has remained for two decades now, and developing countries want to override the US dollar with their local currency.
The main and most important top 5 reasons why the BRICS alliance wants to ditch the US dollar are:
1. Sanctions Being Imposed By the US
The US has been imposing sanctions on anyone it deems unfit and has targeted Iran, Iraq, and Palestine. The recent sanctions on BRICS member Russia backfired as it kick-started the global de-dollarization moment. Developing countries fear that the US can sanction anyone at any time; therefore, to protect their interest, they want to cut back on the US dollar and boost local currencies for trade. READ MORE
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11.21.25 - UBS Turns Mega-Bullish
Gold last traded at $4,079 an ounce. Silver at $50.28 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: If you’re worried you’ve already missed your window to benefit from gold’s upside, think again. UBS is among a growing number of major investment firms turning increasingly bullish on gold, projecting further weakness in the U.S. dollar and renewed momentum for the metal. According to their outlook, the opportunity in gold may be just beginning.
UBS Turns Mega-Bullish: Gold to $4,900 as the U.S. Dollar Cracks -Watcher.Gur
by Juhi Mirza
The general US economic sentiment is showing signs of meltdown, as the US dollar continues to show a weaker price stance. The current market downturn has also weakened the crypto and stock market sectors, with both domains projecting a volatile stance. In the middle of this, gold has turned out to be the biggest breakthrough asset of 2025, with predictions of it hitting new highs worth $4900 in the near future.
UBS has now come up with the latest market projection, adding how gold may continue to rake in gains in the near future. The firm predicts the yellow metal to hit a new high of $4900, as Federal Reserve rate cut anticipations continue to fuel its momentum and rally prospects.
“We expect gold demand to rise further in 2026, influenced by anticipated Fed rate cuts, lower real yields, continued geopolitical uncertainties, and changes in the domestic US policy environment,” UBS wrote in a note on Thursday.
The firm later shared how deteriorating the US fiscal outlook is also pushing the dollar to the edge, with gold banking on gains as a leading safe haven asset. UBS added how the demand for ETFs may continue to project a strong demand in 2026, leading the change forward. READ MORE
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11.20.25 - Gundlach: Cracks forming in private credit market
Gold last traded at $4,078 an ounce. Silver at $50.62 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Deeper cracks are forming in the nation’s financial foundation, and history tells us that persistent stress eventually gives way to a break. Today, those warning signs are flashing brightest in the private credit market, signaling a moment investors can’t afford to ignore.
Jeffrey Gundlach says cracks forming in America's multitrillion-dollar private credit market -Fox Business
by Kristen Altus
Billionaire investor Jeffrey Gundlach warned that America’s booming private credit market is showing cracks, comparing it to the unregulated CDO market that existed before the 2008 financial crisis — calling it "the Wild West" of finance.
Gundlach, founder and CEO of DoubleLine Capital and known as the "Bond King," said the shakeout in private credit is no longer theoretical.
"The private credit thing is starting to be less of a theoretical shakeout, where some will be survivors and some may experience troubles. And now we're starting to see sort of the canaries in the coal mine kind of falling to the bottom of the cage," Gundlach said on "Making Money with Charles Payne," Wednesday.
"It's like the Wild West. And it starts out with the sheriff in town and things are going pretty well. But then, as the frontier town grows, more people come in trying to exploit opportunity," he continued. "So this, I think, could be a problem." READ MORE
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11.19.25 - Breakthroughs, Manias, and Human Nature
Gold last traded at $4,078 an ounce. Silver at $51.37 an ounce.
Goldman Sachs revisits gold price forecast for 2026 -Newsbreak
Goldman Sachs has released an updated outlook on where it expects gold prices to be by the end of 2026. Earlier this year, the firm projected gold would reach $3,300 by the close of 2025—a benchmark the market has already exceeded. While Goldman has maintained a consistently bullish stance on gold, its targets have, in retrospect, proven conservative given the momentum we’re seeing today.
by Todd Campbell
Gold prices have retreated recently, raising questions about whether we are nearing the end of the yellow metal's impressive rally this year.
After surging to all-time highs near $4,400 per ounce in October, the precious metal retreated below $4,000 per ounce in late October. Since then, it has bounced around, trading between $3,900 and $4,205, before closing at $4,054 on November 17.
The recent action has left gold bugs wondering if they should "buy the dip" in gold or sell to lock in profits. READ MORE
Breakthroughs, Manias, and Human Nature -Daily Reckoning
While it may feel as though new technologies are reshaping our world and dominating the markets at an unprecedented pace, the underlying dynamic is far from new. As King Solomon observed, “there is nothing new under the sun.” The same patterns have long defined market behavior, and likely always will. The following provides a clear explanation of how this enduring dynamic operates.
by Adam Sharp
In 1929, just before the Great Crash, economist Irving Fisher famously said stock prices had reached, “what looks like a permanently high plateau”.
Fisher was a raging bull, and his portfolio was leveraged to the hilt. The crash wiped out his entire fortune, and he was forced to borrow from wealthy relatives to pay his IRS bill.
It’d be easy to scoff at his arrogance. But Fisher’s view was mainstream at the time.
And in some ways, there was justification for the widespread optimism.
The 1920s were a period of incredible technological advances. It was the decade when electric power matured in industry and households.
Electricity caused productivity to soar. In 1914, about 30% of factories ran on electricity. By 1929 it was up to 78%.
The new tech was a massive upgrade from steam power. Cheaper, safer, cleaner, and far more productive.
So investors had good reason to be bullish. It seemed like the beginning of a new era.
The breakthroughs were real. But unfortunately, human nature got in the way. READ MORE
Move Aside BRICS, Saudi Arabia Commits $1 Trillion to the US -Watcher.Guru
Stop the presses! BRICS may have just hit its first real speed bump in more than two years. Saudi Arabia appears to be aligning with the United States by declining the alliance’s invitation, a notable shift given BRICS’ rapid momentum. Whether this proves too little too late, or simply a minor pause in their trajectory, remains to be seen.
by Vinod Dsouza
The BRICS alliance wanted Saudi Arabia to be a part of the bloc, but the Kingdom is siding with the US. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) is committed to investing $1 trillion in the US. He announced the investment on Tuesday during his meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House.
MBS previously announced a $600 billion investment in May during Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia. The Prince has now ramped up the investment by another $400 billion. This comes at a time when Saudi Arabia completely ignored the BRICS invitation to join the alliance.
For the uninitiated, BRICS sent an invitation to five countries, including Saudi Arabia, to join the bloc in 2023. Out of the five countries, three entered the bloc in 2024, but Saudi Arabia announced that it is weighing the pros and cons of being a part of the alliance. READ MORE
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11.18.25 - Cloudflare outage affects global network
Gold last traded at $4,069 an ounce. Silver at $50.84 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: The recent wave of internet disruptions continues, with Cloudflare among the latest companies to experience outages. While occasional interruptions are an expected part of an increasingly complex digital ecosystem, many are beginning to question whether these incidents are simply routine; or signs of a more strained and overburdened internet infrastructure approaching a tipping point.
Cloudflare down: ChatGPT, X among sites affected by global network issues -Fox Business
by Stephen Sorace
A widespread outage at Cloudflare, an Internet infrastructure provider, has disrupted parts of the internet, including sites like ChatGPT and social media platform X.
Cloudflare said on its status page on Tuesday that it identified an issue that was impacting multiple customers and that a fix was being implemented.
"We have made changes that have allowed Cloudflare Access and WARP to recover. Error levels for Access and WARP users have returned to pre-incident rates. We have re-enabled WARP access in London," the company wrote on its status page. "We are continuing to work towards restoring other services."
Cloudflare said at 9:40 a.m. ET that the fix had been implemented and believes the issue is now resolved. The company added that it will continue to monitor for errors and ensure that all disrupted services return to normal. READ MORE
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11.17.25 - Visualizing The World's Government Debt
Gold last traded at $4,044 an ounce. Silver at $50.20 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: The graphic featured here is nothing short of startling; revealing a trajectory that is as alarming as it is unsustainable. While the United States may not lead every global ranking, it is unquestionably running away with one race: the rapid accumulation of national debt. This is an eye-opening look that also highlights the countries that operate with minimal or no debt, clear proof that a different path is possible.
Visualizing The World's $111 Trillion In Government Debt In One Giant Chart -ZeroHedge
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While global public debt is lower than pandemic highs in real terms, it remains stubbornly elevated at $111 trillion.
This graphic, via Visual Capitalist's Dorothy Neufeld, shows world debt by country in 2025, based on data from the IMF’s latest World Economic Outlook.
America’s debt burden exceeds $38 trillion in 2025, standing at 125% of GDP.
Over the past five years, net interest payments on the national debt have nearly tripled. They are projected to double again by 2035 to reach $1.8 trillion per year.
With $18.7 trillion in debt, China ranks in second. In 2025, debt expanded by almost $2.2 trillion, driven by government stimulus and weaker land revenues given a struggling property market sector. VIEW GRAPHICS AND READ MORE
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11.14.25 - Michael 'Big Short' Burry Liquidates Hedge Fund
Gold last traded at $4,087 an ounce. Silver at $50.76 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: If ever there were a true example of “putting your money where your mouth is,” this may be it. Michael Burry - of The Big Short fame - has liquidated his fund and returned capital to investors, citing what he views as an increasingly irrational market on the brink of a major correction. While we can hope his prediction proves overly cautious, it’s worth noting that he is far from alone in his concerns.
Michael 'Big Short' Burry Rage-Quits Market, Liquidates Hedge Fund -ZeroHedge
by Tyler Durden
We'll begin with the famous quote from economist John Maynard Keynes: "The market can stay irrational longer than you can stay solvent."
It's a reminder that even the smartest traders in the room, the ones who've built entire careers calling bubbles and shorting tops, can be steamrolled when markets detach from reality.
Case in point: "Big Short" investor Michael Burry, who periodically disappears into X hibernation, nuking his account every so often, only to reemerge months later with cryptic warnings like his latest: "Sometimes, we see bubbles."
Days after Burry's bubble post on X, his Scion Asset Management 13F revealed that roughly 80% of his put positions were concentrated in the high-flyers Palantir and Nvidia.
Fast forward one week, and the unthinkable has happened, or perhaps thinkable, given his 2023 "Sell" call....Burry's Scion Asset Management terminated its SEC registration on Monday. READ MORE
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11.13.25 - Remember 2008? Risk Has Never Been Higher
Gold last traded at $4,167 an ounce. Silver at $52.50 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Talk of a looming market correction is getting louder; and if the warnings are right, what’s coming could make 2008 look mild by comparison. The author of the following article argues that the real danger lies in the explosive growth of the derivatives market, which has ballooned more than tenfold since the last financial crisis.
Remember 2008? Risk Has Never Been Higher -King World News
Matthew Piepenburg, partner at VON GREYERZ: I often close public interviews with the recommendation that investors facing an increasingly complex, distorted and landmine-rich economic setting need to focus on being informed rather than emotional.
In other words, facts, cycles and patterns matter—in everything from the history of debt cycles and the otherwise “boring” patterns of bond markets to an ignored template of centralization which always follows bankrupt financial systems.
Being informed offers clarity; being emotional creates fear.
And clarity is both powerful and free.
One does not need millions to feel more empowered in a world otherwise usurping your power with each passing day via the invisible tax of misreported inflation—i.e., open theft through the hidden yet deliberate fiat currency debasement sovereigns employ to inflate away their own criminally negligent bar tab at your expense.
The entire premise of our enterprise of preserving wealth through real money—i.e., precious metals—is built upon such informed thinking. READ MORE
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11.12.25 - $5,200 Gold?
Gold last traded at $4,110 an ounce. Silver at $50.49 an ounce.
It’s Not Just Affordability, Americans Are Anxious Over Jobs Too -Yahoo! Finance
"Anxious" is perhaps the best word to describe not only how many people view the current job market, but also how they feel about the broader economy. The rapid rise of artificial intelligence, combined with the sweeping structural changes many corporations are implementing, has set off a ripple effect of financial uncertainty across nearly every sector.
by Jarrell Dillard and Hadriana Lowenkron
(Bloomberg) -- Voter frustration over affordability fueled Democratic wins in last week’s state and local elections, and on top of that, Americans are becoming uneasy about the job market too.
Some 55% of employed Americans say they’re concerned about losing their jobs, according to a recent Harris Poll conducted for Bloomberg News. That angst follows a drumbeat of layoff announcements by major employers, including Amazon.com Inc., Target Corp. and Starbucks Corp. Outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc. calculated the most job cut announcements for any October in more than two decades.
It comes layered on top of households’ exasperation over the cost of living. A 62% majority in the Oct. 23-25 poll said the cost of their everyday items had climbed over the last month and nearly half of those people said the increases have been difficult to afford. READ MORE
Analysts: Gold’s Price Correction Is the Calm Before a $5,200 Run -Watcher.Guru
It seems everyone was anticipating a pullback in gold, and that pause has finally arrived. However, indications suggest it may be brief. As the economy continues to search for signs of stability, the odds still appear to be stacked against recovery.
by Juhi Mirza
Gold has now become one of the most spectacular breakthrough assets to keep an eye on, as it’s poised to scale higher, per experts. Gold price momentum has taken a break as of late, but analysts believe that gold’s current pause may result in the asset claiming high price marks in the blink of an eye.
According to expert Chris Vermeilan, gold can skyrocket to $5000 in the blink of an eye, as soon as its present price consolidation is over. Per a clip released by ITM Trading on X, Vermeilan shared how gold may climb the prestigious $5k mark in phases, conquering the first phase of $4700 first. He later stated how gold’s next leg could help the asset hit $5000, followed by another high targeting the $5100 to $5200 mark.
“Where we should see gold rally too. So if we were to just kind of look where gold is right now, we should see it run to roughly about, you know, $4,700 and then all the way up to about $5,100 or $5,200. And do I think it’ll be a smooth ride? I think once it starts to take off, I think it’ll be fairly quick and fluid. It’ll ramp up. I do think, as you mentioned, I think this move to $5,000 could be very swift. One of the good examples of this is if we just go to the monthly chart. And we’re in this parabolic kind of phase where things go straight up. So we could get a couple of these, a couple of green bars, which are a couple of monthly bars. And we could be there in no time at all. And, you know, from where we are right now, it’s only a 25% move roughly to that $5,000 mark. So things are going to pick up speed.” READ MORE
Gold or Stocks? $10K After 25 Years -Visual Capitalist
For more than 40 years, Swiss America has emphasized the importance of maintaining a diversified portfolio for its clients. Historically, the gold and silver component of that diversification has served primarily as an insurance policy; protection against potential disruptions in the domestic and global financial systems. The investment value of precious metals was often considered secondary to their role as financial insurance. However, a closer look at gold’s performance compared to stocks over the past 25 years tells a compelling story.
Investors keep asking a simple question: gold or stocks? Since 2000, a generation of crises, inflation spikes, and policy shifts has tested both.
This graphic, created in partnership with BullionVault, shows how a $10K stake in gold and a $10K stake in the S&P 500 grew from January 2000 to October 2025, using data from Investing.com and Yahoo! Finance.
By the latest data, $10K in gold finished at $126,596.38, while $10K in the S&P 500 TR ended at $77,495.83. As a result, gold compounded at 10.4% annually, compared to 8.3% for stocks over the same span.
Here is a table that shows the month-by-month investment values for gold and the S&P 500 Total Return since January 2000. The value difference in the gold investment as of October 1st, 2025 is $49,100.54, or 63.4% greater than the S&P 500 in percentage terms. VIEW GRAPHIC AND READ MORE
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11.8.25 - Is the shutdown endgame near?
Gold last traded at $4,110 an ounce. Silver at $50.49 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: As the government prepares to reopen with the necessary votes now in place, the key question is what concessions were required to secure this outcome. The anticipated agreement would fund operations through January 30, 2026, but the longer-term implications remain unclear. There are multiple layers to this deal, and it will be important to watch how the details unfold in the weeks ahead.
Senate Eyes Possible Monday Passage For Shutdown Bill; Johnson Thinks House 'Has The Votes' -ZeroHedge
by Tyler Durden
It looks like the Senate may pass legislation to reopen the government after the longest shutdown in US history as soon as today, after passing a key procedural hurdle Sunday night with bipartisan support from enough Democrats.
According to Politico, Monday passage is possible "depending on whether leaders can secure unanimous consent to speed ahead."
Getting to the finish line will require amending the House-passed continuing resolution to include three full-year appropriations bills for a number of programs plus a new CR for the rest of the government through Jan. 30.
Conversations are ongoing about accelerating the timing. Key players to watch are progressive senators who blasted the deal as well as Sen. Rand Paul, who is upset over the impact the agriculture appropriations piece of the bill would have on hemp.
That said, Senate Majority Leader John Thune told reporters following Sunday night's vote that it "remains to be seen" how fast the Senate can obtain a final vote on the deal - which will depend in part on whether senators agree to yield back time on Monday. Rand Paul wants a vote to remove the language concerning hemp, and a "guarantee" that it will be successful. READ MORE
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11.7.25 - Can't Afford a Vacation? Blame the Fed
Gold last traded at $3,997 an ounce. Silver at $48.32 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Gold has long symbolized financial stability, yet today's economic reality - with nearly a third of Americans unable to afford a vacation - underscores just how tenuous that stability has become under fiat money. The article by Ron Paul argues that the severing of the dollar from gold and the ensuing unchecked monetary expansion by the Federal Reserve is a root cause of this growing affordability crisis.
Can't Afford a Vacation? Blame the Fed -The Daily Reckoning
by Ron Paul
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The Federal Reserve is responsible for the decline in American living standards and the rise in income inequality. The turning point in the people’s economic fortunes was on August 15, 1971.
That is when then-President Richard Nixon closed the “gold window,” severing the last link between the dollar and gold. This left America with a purely fiat currency and no restraint on the Federal Reserve’s ability to create money.
When the Federal Reserve pumps money into the economy the new money is not equally distributed. It first goes to wealthy and well-connected individuals. These individuals benefit from having increased purchasing power before the new money has caused price increases.
The Fed also contributes to economic instability and inequality by creating bubbles that distort the signals sent by the market. This causes over-investment in some sectors. When bubbles burst, workers employed in certain sectors lose their jobs, while those at top often suffer at most a modest setback.
The government bails out the “too big to fail” corporations, but the government never considers workers and homeowners too big to fail. READ MORE
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11.6.25 - BRICS conducts 99.1% of trade without the dollar
Gold last traded at $3,977 an ounce. Silver at $48.02 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Russia and China have been shifting away from the U.S. dollar and settling more trade in their own currencies. It sounded like a slow-moving trend at first, but the numbers are now telling a very different story. They are not just doing "a lot" of trade without the dollar - they are doing 99.1% of it. And that’s a serious warning sign for the future strength and global influence of the U.S. dollar.
Not US Dollar, BRICS Conducts 99.1% of Payments in Chinese Yuan, Ruble -Watcher.Guru
by Vinod Dsouza
BRICS members China and Russia’s trade payments have experienced a drastic shift since 2022 after the White House imposed sanctions for invading Ukraine, and since then, the two countries have carried out 99.1% of all cross-border transactions in local currencies, such as the Chinese yuan and the Russian ruble.
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak told the Rossiya-1 TV channel that the two BRICS countries have raised their shares in local currency settlements, sidestepping the US dollar for trade. “As for transactions, 99.1% of them are conducted in the ruble and yuan,” he pointed out.
Just two months ago, the share of settlements in local currencies was at 99%. It saw an increase of 0.1% since September, and the numbers would only continue to surge. The BRICS members are committed to de-dollarization by pushing the US dollar out for trade and transactions among developing countries.
BRICS members China and Russia are using every available opportunity to abandon the US dollar for cross-border trade. This makes them automatically use the Chinese yuan and the Russian ruble for transactions. It also helps them to strengthen their local currencies in the forex markets and stabilize their economy. READ MORE
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11.5.25 - BRICS Vs G7: Comparing 2026 GDP Growth Forecasts
Gold last traded at $3,979 an ounce. Silver at $48.01 an ounce.
Burry’s New ‘Big Short’ on AI -Daily Reckoning
Michael Burry - the investor made famous by The Big Short - is once again sounding the alarm, this time on what he sees as a looming AI bubble. This isn't his first bold prediction, but with recent market filings and shifts in the tech sector, he appears confident that the reckoning may be closer than many expect.
by Adam Sharp
he Big Short is one of my favorite movies (and books).
It’s a powerful story of investors who bet against the housing bubble, persevered through adversity, and won big.
The story focuses on Michael J. Burry, a small but successful hedge fund manager in California. In the movie, Burry is played by actor Christian Bale. There are others featured in The Big Short who bet against the housing market, but today we’re going to focus on Burry and his new AI short.
First, however, some background is in order.
Back around 2004-2005, Burry discovered that lenders were giving huge loans to borrowers with bad credit, and as a topper, many of these mortgages were teasers with adjustable rates. The first few years were artificially cheap, then payments would balloon.
Burry dissected the data, and discovered a great way to bet against housing using credit default swaps (CDS) on mortgage bonds.
Many of Burry’s hedge fund clients thought he was insane. Betting so much of the fund’s capital against housing seemed ludicrous. Burry was forced to restrict fund redemptions, so his investors had no choice but to ride along with him.
When the bubble finally burst, Burry’s fund made a killing. After fees, his big short returned almost 500% to investors. READ MORE
BRICS Vs G7: Comparing 2026 GDP Growth Forecasts -ZeroHedge
If economic growth is any indicator of strength and stability, the BRICS alliance is positioning itself as significantly more resilient than the G7. While many may still hope BRICS is just a passing geopolitical experiment, the reality is quite the opposite—it's a rapidly expanding bloc that appears to gain more momentum with every strategic move it makes.
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Unlike many Western powers, many BRICS countries are seeing rapid GDP growth driven by significant investment, trade, and demographic change. In an increasingly multipolar world, this group is exerting more influence as it expands.
This graphic, via Visual Capitalist's Dorothy Neufeld, compares real GDP growth projections of BRICS vs G7 countries, based on data from the IMF’s World Economic Outlook October Update.
As we can see, India is projected to see one of the fastest growth rates across the bloc, at 6.6% in 2025 and 6.2% in 2026.
In China, 4.8% growth is forecast for 2025 as the country strengthens trade across Asia, Europe, and Africa. Like India, growth is forecast to decline in 2026.
On average, BRICS growth will exceed G7 rates by more than threefold in both 2025 and 2026—a stark contrast visible in the table below. VIEW CHARTS AND READ MORE
BRICS Countries Unload $47 Billion in US Treasuries -Watcher.Guru
In other news on the BRICS front, the alliance continues to signal that its de-dollarization strategy is very much alive and advancing. Their latest move? Offloading a staggering $47 billion in U.S. Treasury holdings; an unmistakable indication that they remain committed to reducing reliance on the dollar and reshaping the global financial landscape.
by Vinod Dsouza
A total of three BRICS countries have unloaded $47 billion in US Treasuries in a month. The latest data from the US Treasury Department shows that China, Brazil, and India dumped the US dollar-denominated debt between June and July.
The US Treasuries sell-off from BRICS members comes as China and Russia strengthen their economic ties despite stricter sanctions by Trump. The alliance is sidestepping the US dollar, making way for developing countries to gain a strong hold on the global economy.
BRICS members China, Brazil, and India have combindly offloaded $47 billion worth of US Treasuries. China decreased its US debt holdings by $25.7 billion. It now holds $730.7 billion, compared to the previously recorded $756.4 billion in June.
In addition, BRICS member Brazil reduced its US Treasuries holdings by $13.6 billion during the same period. It now holds $210.7 billion after the reduction of the US debt. READ MORE
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11.4.25 - US Pushes Dollar to Counter BRICS
Gold last traded at $3,933 an ounce. Silver at $47.11 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: The U.S. is pressing to expand the use of the dollar as the primary currency in eight countries, a strategic countermeasure to the growing de-dollarization efforts led by BRICS. This shift reinforces the dollar's global dominance, potentially bolstering its strength in the short term as America's economic leverage improves.
US Pushes Dollar As Main Currency in Eight Countries to Counter BRICS -Watcher. Guru
by Loredana Harsana
Washington is currently pushing the dollar main currency, which actually reacts directly to the increasing BRICS de-dollarization trends throughout the world. By the time we wrote this paper, the US administration was targeting eight countries (Lebanon, Pakistan, Ghana, Turkey, Egypt, Venezuela, Zimbabwe and even Argentina) for full dollarization. The US views these dollar main currency plans as an economic stabilization and geopolitical weapon against the BRICS currency plans that could challenge American financial supremacy.
In August, the Trump administration in fact invited Johns Hopkins University professor Steve Hanke to the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. He wanted to talk about the application of the dollar main currency plan to susceptible economies. Hanke is also the most well known expert on the dollarization policies in the world. With his participation, there is bad intent on the part of the Washington.
The meeting had an attendance of approximately 15 top-tier economists and experts of the Council of Economic Advisers, the National Economic Council, and as far as the National Security Council. The talks were centred on the US dollarization as a tool of economic and geopolitical power. READ MORE
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11.3.25 - Berkshire Hathaway Hoards Record Pile of Cash
Gold last traded at $4,006 an ounce. Silver at $48.19 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: As the shift from equities to cash among billionaires continues, Warren Buffett has added another $6 billion to his firm’s cash holdings; marking the third consecutive year, or 12 straight quarters, of steady accumulation. This move is hardly surprising, as it aligns with a broader trend among ultra-wealthy investors who appear to be positioning themselves for potential turbulence ahead.
Billionaire Warren Buffett Dumps $6,100,000,000 in Stocks in Three Months As Berkshire Hathaway Hoards Record Pile of Cash -The Daily Hodl
Billionaire Warren Buffett’s massive selling spree at Berkshire Hathaway continues, with the legendary investor executing a net sell-off of $6.1 billion in stocks in the third quarter.
New SEC filings show the Berkshire CEO sold $12.5 billion worth of Berkshire’s equities while buying just $6.4 billion in equities.
This marks the 12th straight quarter of net stock sales for the conglomerate and leaves Berkshire’s cash reserves at a record $381.6 billion by September’s end.
Berkshire halted share buybacks entirely during the period, a shift from prior quarters.
The firm’s operating earnings rose 34% to $13.5 billion, driven by insurance and utilities.
Specific stocks bought or sold remain undisclosed, pending the company’s 13F filing due later this month.
Analysts view the cash buildup as a defensive stance, with the 95 year-old investor believing valuations are high with opportunities scarce. READ MORE
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10.31.25 - Is the Fed making a major mistake?
Gold last traded at $3,992 an ounce. Silver at $48.56 an ounce.
EDITOR'S NOTE: It’s not just President Trump criticizing the Federal Reserve for its handling of the economy; billionaire investor Dan Morehead has voiced similar concerns. He accurately points out that the apparent strength of today’s markets may be less a sign of genuine economic growth and more a reflection of the continued decline in the value of the U.S. dollar.
Billionaire Dan Morehead Says Federal Reserve Making Major Mistake As US Dollar Plummets -The Daily Hodl
by Mehron Rokhy
The chief executive of the crypto asset management firm Pantera Capital says the Federal Reserve is making a major monetary mistake.
In a new interview with Raoul Pal, billionaire Dan Morehead says the Fed is embroiled in policy error after policy error, rapidly debasing the US dollar in the process.
“I think the Fed really made a couple huge policy mistakes in 2020 and 2021. There was a time where inflation was 8% and the Fed funds rate was zero. That’s called a policy error. And decreasing rates right now when everything’s booming, record everything, record fiscal deficits.
The monetary system is supposed to be the check and balance. It should be the thing that’s balancing excessive fiscal spending. And I just don’t see that. And it really is wild that the Fed is currently cutting. They’re forecasting much more cuts. If anything, they should be hiking.”
Morehead says soaring asset prices in the so-called “everything bubble” are due to the plummeting value of fiat currency rather than appreciation. READ MORE
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