Financial markets face several important events this week that could influence the ongoing bull run. The most closely watched is Friday’s summit in Alaska between Presidents Trump and Putin, which focuses on efforts to end the war in Ukraine. A credible peace agreement would likely support European equities and strengthen the euro, while also helping … Read more

A recent Pew Research Center survey finds that a large majority of Americans—63%—see inflation as a “very big problem.” That perception is echoed in financial polling: a 2024 Primerica survey reports that more than 40% of middle-income households identify inflation as their top financial worry. These figures reflect widespread concern about rising prices and how … Read more

Since the United States left the gold standard in 1971, gold has delivered strong long-term returns. Over the decades, annualized returns for gold have been around 8.4%, which is close to the roughly 9.2% annualized return recorded by global equities. Examining more recent history, gold’s performance since 2000 has been particularly notable: it has returned … Read more

Although the U.S. economy has not yet entered a technical recession, several warning signs suggest that risks remain. Economic growth has slowed from previous rates, and some key indicators show strain that could undermine momentum if conditions deteriorate further. Real GDP growth has moderated as consumer demand, which accounted for much of the expansion in … Read more

China’s recent surge in gold activity could drive prices toward $3,000 and potentially higher. Market indicators in China are signaling renewed strength for gold. Trading on the Shanghai Futures Exchange picked up markedly after the Lunar New Year, while gold priced in yuan has been on an upward trajectory. These moves reflect growing domestic demand … Read more

The Shanghai Gold Exchange is expanding its presence to Hong Kong by opening a new vault facility that will be operated by a subsidiary of the Bank of China. This strategic move is backed by the People’s Bank of China, which views the expansion as a way to support yuan-denominated pricing benchmarks and to strengthen … Read more

A recent HSBC survey shows that affluent investors are increasingly turning to alternative assets, with gold emerging as a prominent choice. More than half of those surveyed said they intend to increase their exposure to alternatives such as private market funds and hedge funds over the next 12 months, effectively planning to double their current … Read more

Treasury yields climbed again as investors reassess the strength of the U.S. economy and the Federal Reserve’s likely policy path. As prospects for near-term rate cuts fade, market uncertainty has increased. Higher yields can be a headwind for gold by raising the opportunity cost of holding non‑yielding assets. Still, ongoing inflationary pressures and periodic market … Read more

Daily News Nuggets | Today’s top stories for gold and silver investors December 2nd, 2025 Copper Joins Gold and Silver at Record Highs For the first time in decades, copper, gold and silver have all climbed to record levels together. Copper recently touched $11,295 per tonne on the London Metal Exchange, while silver reached $58.83 … Read more

S&P Global Ratings has warned it may cut the United States’ credit rating further from its current AA+ level, citing unsustainable debt growth and persistent political dysfunction. In a report dated April 14, S&P said the outcome of upcoming budget negotiations will be a key factor in assessing U.S. creditworthiness. The United States has previously … Read more