Ray Dalio, the founder of Bridgewater Associates who accurately anticipated the 2008 financial crisis, warns that the United States could face an economic outcome “worse than a recession” if current policy trends continue under President Trump. Dalio highlights three primary risks shaping his outlook. First, erratic tariff policies—he points to proposals such as 50% tariffs … Read more

This Gold and Silver Buyer’s Guide explains everything you need to know about owning precious metals: the benefits of physical gold and silver, the most practical coins and bars for investors, and why GoldSilver serves as a comprehensive resource for purchasing and learning about these assets. Learn How to Diversify Your Portfolio The Buyer’s Guide … Read more

Mexico’s annual inflation fell to 3.69% in early January, undercutting both market expectations and December’s 3.99% rate. The softer reading strengthens the case for Bank of Mexico (Banxico) to consider accelerating its monetary easing cycle. Core inflation held steady at 3.72%. A 2.67% drop in fresh produce prices helped offset a 0.82% rise in energy … Read more

According to the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA), gold stored in London vaults rose modestly to 8,488 metric tons at the end of March, a 0.1% increase from February. The slight gain follows a slowdown in shipments from London to New York after U.S. authorities decided not to include gold in broader import tariffs. From … Read more

Chinese demand for gold has strengthened as concerns about trade tensions have driven investors toward the safe-haven metal. Dealers in China are now quoting gold at $6 to $13 per ounce above international benchmark prices, a noticeable change from the previous week when domestic quotes ranged from a $4 discount to a $1 premium. Analyst … Read more

Harvard Management Company made noteworthy changes to its portfolio in the second quarter of 2025, introducing Bitcoin and gold exposure for the first time. The university’s $51 billion endowment allocated $117 million to the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF and $101.5 million to the SPDR Gold Shares ETF, marking a clear shift toward alternative assets and … Read more

Markets are focused on this week’s inflation readings as pressure builds on the Federal Reserve to consider cutting interest rates. The July Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, due Tuesday, is forecast to show annual inflation ticking up to 2.8% from June’s 2.7%, with higher tariffs cited as a contributing factor to the increase. President Biden’s … Read more

Government debt is one of the defining financial realities of our time. The U.S. national debt recently topped $36 trillion, and many other major economies are facing rising fiscal pressure. For investors, the key question is: how does increasing government debt affect the price and performance of gold and silver? In short, higher sovereign debt … Read more

Western investors have returned to the gold market in force after a three-year hiatus, buying roughly 240 tonnes of gold through exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by mid-April. That marks a notable reversal from the 441 tonnes sold over the prior three years. The renewed demand has helped lift prices, with gold recently trading above $3,500 per … Read more

Gold is trading near $4,560 per ounce — about 18% below the record high of $5,589.38 reached on January 28, 2026. Nitesh Shah, head of commodities and macro research at WisdomTree, expects gold could climb to $5,500 by Q1 2027, driven largely by the risk of central bank policy errors. With stagflation pressures rising and … Read more