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  • Gold’s Unstoppable Rise: Tenth Record This Year as Markets Eye $3,000
    Gold prices have achieved their tenth record high this year, climbing to $2,954.69 per ounce as investors react to President Trump’s latest trade threats and geopolitical tensions. The precious metal’s 12% rise in 2024 reflects growing market anxiety over potential new tariffs on multiple sectors, including lumber, automobiles, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals. Analysts view the $3,000 […]
  • Core Inflation Surge Sparks Fresh Economic Concerns for Americans
    Inflation concerns are resurging in America after January’s core consumer price index jumped to a 5.5% annualized rate. This concerning development comes amid President Trump’s proposed tariff policies, which could further fuel price pressures. Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers has raised alarm bells, comparing the current situation to the early Biden administration period when inflation […]
  • Gold’s Historic Streak: 8 Weeks Up, 4 Weeks of Records
    Goldfutures continue their remarkable winning streak, marking their eighth consecutive week of rising prices. During this run, gold has broken its all-time high record four weeks in a row, reaching levels never seen before. According to analyst Bob Iaccino, two main factors are driving this historic rally: a weaker U.S. dollar, which typically boosts gold […]
  • Beyond the Glitter: Gold’s True Value in the Trump Era
    Written by: The MacroButler Savvy investors who have thoroughly studied the business cycle, the impact of monetary illusion on it, and its effects on asset allocation within the Permanent Browne portfolio should by now understand that in an inflationary environment, they should own only properties and avoid contracts. Experienced investors understand that equities are relatively […]
  • World Gold Council: PBoC Gold Buying Streak Continues as ETFs See First Outflow
    China’s gold market started 2025 strongly, with significant price gains in both London and Shanghai markets despite fewer trading days due to Chinese New Year. While the People’s Bank of China added another 5 tonnes to its reserves in January, reaching 2,285 tonnes, Chinese gold ETFs saw their first outflow in months. The surge in […]
  • Trade Uncertainty Propels Gold’s Record-Breaking Run
    Gold is holding steady near historic levels as multiple factors reinforce its haven appeal. The precious metal, trading over $2,940 an ounce, has been bolstered by President Trump’s latest announcement of 25% tariffs on automobiles, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals. Adding to the momentum are geopolitical tensions sparked by U.S.-led Ukraine peace initiatives and sustained central bank […]
  • Markets Predict Fed’s Quietest Year as Rate Cuts Look Unlikely
    Markets are predicting a notably quiet year for Federal Reserve policy in 2025, with only an 18.3% chance of no rate changes and a 36.6% chance of just one quarter-point cut. After implementing three rate cuts in 2024, the Fed has hit pause as it carefully monitors inflation trends and potential policy impacts. According to […]
  • UK Inflation Surges to 3% as School Fees and Food Costs Soar
    The UK’s inflation rate rose sharply to 3% in January 2024, surpassing market expectations and reaching its highest level since March 2023. The increase was primarily driven by three key factors: the introduction of 20% VAT on private school fees causing a nearly 13% price rise, higher food and non-alcoholic drink prices particularly affecting meat, […]
  • Auto Industry Braces for 25% Tariff as Trump Expands Trade War
    President Trump has announced plans to impose 25% tariffs on imported cars, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors, with potential increases later in the year. The automotive tariffs could be finalized by April 2, while tariffs on chips and drugs may increase “substantially higher” throughout the year. This move follows Trump’s existing 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum, […]
  • Federal Agencies Face New White House Oversight Under Trump Order
    President Trump has issued an executive order requiring independent federal agencies like the SEC and FTC to submit their draft regulations for White House review and consult on priorities. While exempting the Fed’s monetary policy decisions, the order aims to increase presidential oversight over traditionally independent regulators, potentially setting up legal challenges. The move represents […]