Fri. Feb 21st, 2025
  • Why a U.S. Gold Reserve Audit Matters – And What It Could Reveal
    Could there be a hidden tunnel linking major vaults in the heart of New York’s financial district? In this eye-opening episode, Mike Maloney dives deep into the growing calls for a full-scale audit of U.S. gold reserves – covering everything from Fort Knox to the Federal Reserve. Discover why massive gold inflows to the United […]
  • Gold’s Record Rally Signals Growing Global Economic Uncertainty
    Gold has soared past $2,900 per ounce, marking a remarkable journey that has seen its value triple over the last decade and increase tenfold since 2000. What makes this rally particularly noteworthy is that it’s happening despite high interest rates and a strong dollar – conditions that typically drive gold prices down. Three main factors […]
  • Gold Maintains Record-Breaking Streak as Global Tensions Drive ETF Surge
    Gold is heading toward its eighth consecutive weekly gain, trading around $2,927 per ounce, driven by strong haven demand and growing ETF holdings. Trading near $2,927 an ounce, the precious metal has benefited from multiple tailwinds, including robust ETF inflows exceeding 16 tons this week alone, marking the largest weekly increase since 2023. The rally […]
  • Trump: ‘Inflation is Back’ But Points Finger at Biden’s Spending
    In a Fox News interview with Sean Hannity, President Trump has conceded that “inflation is back,” contrary to his campaign promise of immediate price control, but firmly places responsibility on his predecessor’s policies. January’s inflation report showed the biggest monthly increase since August 2023, with prices rising 3% year-over-year for the first time since June […]
  • Metals Market Report: Gold, Silver, Platinum All Post Strong Gains
    February was a good month for metals with the Global Precious Metals Monthly Metals Index rising 7.36%. Gold continued its record-breaking run, reaching $2,942.70 per ounce, prompting major institutions to raise their forecasts – UBS now projects a peak of $3,200, while Goldman Sachs targets $3,100 by year-end. Silver has also shown significant strength, climbing […]
  • World Gold Council: China’s Central Bank Adds 5 More Tons to Gold Reserves in January
    China’s gold market showed mixed signals in January 2025, with the People’s Bank of China adding another 5 tonnes to its reserves, bringing total holdings to 2,285 tonnes. While gold prices saw their strongest January in years, with LBMA and Shanghai benchmarks rising 8% and 5% respectively, retail demand remained subdued. Despite a 3% monthly […]
  • DOGE Commission’s First Month: USAID Bears Brunt of Musk’s $8.5B Federal Cuts
    Analysis of 1,127 records from Elon Musk’s DOGE commission reveals $8.5 billion in claimed federal budget cuts across 39 agencies in its first month. USAID has been hit hardest with $6.5 billion in cuts, followed by the Department of Education at $502 million and Social Security Administration at $232 million. However, questions remain about the […]
  • Trump’s Fort Knox Audit Talk Could Signal $750 Billion Gold Revaluation Play
    President Trump’s unexpected focus on auditing Fort Knox, mentioned multiple times during an Air Force One press briefing, has raised eyebrows among market watchers. While Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has confirmed that the gold is regularly audited and “all present and accounted for,” the president’s interest might signal a more significant financial maneuver. The key […]
  • World Gold Council: Indian Gold Market Split: Investors Buy as Jewelry Sales Slump
    Gold jewelry demand in India has fallen significantly since January, with the weakness continuing into February. Meanwhile investment interest remains robust through bars, coins, and ETFs, which saw record inflows in January. The Reserve Bank of India has returned to gold buying, adding 2.8 tonnes to its reserves after a December pause. The market is […]
  • Duke Study: Gold’s Rally May Lead to Below-Average Returns
    Research by Duke University’s Campbell Harvey and former TCW manager Claude Erb suggests gold’s current rally may be setting up investors for disappointment. Their analysis shows gold’s price-to-CPI ratio is now at 9-to-1, even higher than the 7-to-1 ratio that preceded gold’s 50% price drop after 2012. The researchers challenge two popular arguments for gold […]