In congressional testimony on Tuesday, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell rebuffed President Trump’s calls for immediate interest-rate cuts, saying the Fed is “well positioned to wait” before changing monetary policy. Powell noted that recent tariff decisions are likely to push inflation higher in the coming months, possibly beginning as early as June. He said the … Read more

Boston Federal Reserve President Susan Collins is signaling a cautious, more conservative approach to monetary policy, stressing patience and gradualism in any future rate cuts even as inflation has eased from its 2022 peaks. Her remarks reflect a careful balancing act: the Federal Reserve must sustain progress toward price stability while also protecting the strength … Read more

Americans are confronting increasing difficulty managing their debts, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s most recent report. In the fourth quarter of 2023, total household debt rose by 0.5% to $18.04 trillion. Credit card balances alone exceeded $1.2 trillion, marking a 7.3% increase compared with the previous year. Some debt growth is … Read more

Convinced a recession is here? Worried the stock market isn’t done crashing? It’s possible conditions could worsen. That raises a natural question: how do gold and other precious metals typically perform during these events? Looking at historical data reveals a clear pattern for many of them. Precious Metals vs. Recessions The most common definition of … Read more

Interested in the gold market but unsure how to begin or what the main terms mean? This concise guide explains the gold market and provides practical information to help you begin investing in gold. If you have a specific question, use these quick links to jump to the topic you need. Introduction to the Gold … Read more

Switzerland’s gold industry has strongly rejected a proposal from Swatch CEO Nick Hayek to apply a 39% export tax on gold bars bound for the United States. Hayek raised the idea in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose 39% tariffs on certain Swiss goods, a move that initially included but later exempted … Read more

December’s personal consumption expenditures (PCE) report shows a worrying uptick in U.S. inflation, with the headline rate rising to 2.6% — the highest level in seven months and a notable increase from September’s 3½-year low of 2.1%. The month-over-month gain of 0.3% marked the largest increase since April. Core PCE, which excludes the more volatile … Read more

In a world shaped by rising debt, geopolitical uncertainty, and persistent inflation, precious metals remain a trusted anchor for many investors. The comparison of silver vs gold is especially relevant heading into 2025. While gold often takes the spotlight as the classic safe haven, silver has quietly emerged as a compelling alternative—more affordable, more industrially … Read more

Investing in silver bullion is a proven way to protect a portfolio from inflation and market downturns because silver has historically retained value. Even in financial crises or turbulent periods, silver has been recognized as real, tangible money, which is why many investors use it as a hedge against risk. One of the primary advantages … Read more

Gold futures are under downward pressure as the U.S. dollar strengthens amid expectations of higher interest rates following the election of President Donald Trump. A more hawkish tone from the Federal Reserve and signals that rates may stay elevated for longer have reduced the metal’s appeal, driving prices to a one-month low. Market participants are … Read more