New research from Goldman Sachs highlights a notable shift in who ultimately pays for the tariffs introduced by the Trump administration. Economists led by Jan Hatzius find that, through June, American consumers have been responsible for only 22% of those tariff costs, while U.S. businesses have absorbed the remaining share. That balance appears to be … Read more

You’re ready to buy precious metals — but which is the better choice: gold or silver? At first glance they look similar: both are monetary metals, both are scarce, and both can protect purchasing power in uncertain times. Yet, for a resilient portfolio the differences matter. Understanding those differences separates casual buyers from strategic investors. … Read more

Gold and silver market update — April 29, 2026 In today’s update: Why is gold falling while inflation rises? With Brent crude near $114, the Fed paused at 3.50–3.75%, and Kevin Warsh one Senate vote from the chair, traditional relationships are strained — and Thursday’s GDP and PCE releases could shift the outlook. What Does … Read more

Amid rising concerns about a potential tariff war under Donald Trump, investors are flocking to gold funds at the fastest rate since the COVID-19 pandemic. Gold reached a record intraday high of $3,148.88 per troy ounce on Tuesday before closing at $3,114, marking an 18% gain so far this year and the strongest quarterly performance … Read more

On Wednesday five events occurred that, by conventional logic, should have pushed gold lower: private hiring beat estimates, services activity accelerated, the Fed’s Beige Book signaled rising inflation, the U.S. House voted to limit military action in Iran, and the major monthly jobs report is due tomorrow. Instead, gold rose about 1.5% that morning. The … Read more

Trade representatives from the United States and China met in London on Monday afternoon for high-stakes talks focused on export controls. U.S. officials indicated they might ease certain technology export restrictions if China agrees to relax limits on rare earth minerals, which are essential for electronics, renewable energy technologies, and defense systems. Kevin Hassett, director … Read more

Gold prices are firming, rising 0.3% to $2,668.79 per ounce as a softer dollar and market reactions to incoming trade policy expectations support demand. Reports that the new administration may phase in tariffs gradually have eased concerns about abrupt inflationary shocks, helping to push Treasury yields lower and encouraging foreign buyers as the dollar retreats … Read more

Goldman Sachs has revised its outlook for the gold price, now forecasting an average of $3,300 per ounce by the end of 2025, up from the firm’s prior projection of $3,100 per ounce announced last month. The upward revision reflects a reassessment of several supply and demand forces that the bank believes will continue to … Read more

Daily News Nuggets | Today’s top stories for gold and silver investors November 12th, 2025   Trump Floats $2,000 “Tariff Dividend” Checks — But the Math Doesn’t Add Up President Trump this weekend proposed $2,000 “tariff dividend” checks for American adults, claiming the payments would be financed by higher import tariff revenues. Branded as a … Read more

Gold advanced for a fourth straight session as a softer U.S. dollar and falling Treasury yields followed weaker-than-expected U.S. employment data. The data raised market expectations that the Federal Reserve could begin cutting interest rates as soon as September, supporting demand for the safe-haven metal. Spot gold traded up about 0.1% at $3,375.89 per ounce, … Read more