Bond markets are increasingly signalling investor concern about government fiscal policies, and the UK has become a key area of focus. What started as a broad, US-led global bond sell-off—driven by markets reducing expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts—has developed into a sharper challenge for sterling debt. Thirty-year gilt yields have climbed to levels not … Read more

According to UBS Investment Bank strategist Joni Teves, gold’s recent rally may have room to run even after reaching record highs. Teves points to inflation dynamics as the central driver of further gains, highlighting the potential for newly imposed tariffs to act as a meaningful inflationary impulse. In her view, tariff-driven price pressures would create … Read more

When margin requirements change suddenly, markets don’t slowly adapt — they react quickly. That is exactly what happened after CME Group announced on February 6, 2026, that it was raising margin requirements on COMEX 5,000-ounce silver futures from 15% to 18%, along with adjustments to certain gold futures contracts. The decision followed an extraordinary silver … Read more

US gold futures and spot prices have realigned after President Trump reassured markets that imported bullion will not be hit with US tariffs. A surprise ruling from US Customs last week had pushed COMEX futures more than $100 above London spot prices, triggering volatility across trading desks. The President’s message, “Gold will not be Tariffed!”, … Read more

Billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban has ignited debate by warning of a potential “Red Rural Recession” if the Trump administration maintains its current policy direction. In a widely shared post on Bluesky, Cuban cautioned that proposed federal budget cuts, large-scale layoffs, the cancellation of grants and government contracts, and the closure of regional offices could hit … Read more

Vietnam is preparing to end its 13-year state monopoly on gold bullion production, signaling a major move toward market-based governance. General Secretary To Lam has urged dismantling the system that left Vietnam alongside North Korea as one of the few countries with full state control over bullion. The monopoly, introduced in 2012 amid economic uncertainty, … Read more

In 1870, gold averaged $18.93 per ounce. Today, gold trades around $1,300 per ounce. That represents a total gain of roughly 6,767% — impressive, but accrued over nearly 150 years. How does that performance compare to inflation over the same period? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics consumer price index, the dollar experienced an … Read more

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