In a recent client note, Goldman Sachs’ chief economist Jan Hatzius warns that the escalation of tariffs under President Trump is likely to exert significant downward pressure on the U.S. economy. After a 0.5% annualized contraction in gross domestic product during the first quarter, despite a modest 0.5% increase in consumer spending, Goldman projects that … Read more

If you’ve shopped for physical silver, you may have noticed a puzzling gap: the quoted spot price can look reasonable, yet the price you pay or receive when selling is often quite different. Knowing the components of silver pricing is essential for investors, especially now when bid/ask spreads in the physical market have widened. This … Read more

Gold and silver market update — April 30, 2026 In today’s update: How a 3.5% PCE reading fits into the current market picture — GDP underperforming, jobless claims at a multi-decade low, and two central banks almost ready to tighten further. Is Stagflation Now Confirmed? Today’s GDP and PCE Data Says Yes. The U.S. economy … Read more

The smartest move for 2026–2031 isn’t choosing gold over silver or vice versa — it’s owning both. Gold anchors a portfolio against inflation and uncertainty. Silver offers greater upside potential, supported by growing industrial demand from solar power, electric vehicles and 5G infrastructure. A blended allocation — heavier in gold for stability with a tactical … Read more

Daily News Nuggets | Today’s top stories for gold and silver investors March 17th, 2026 | Brandon Sauerwein, Editor Today’s gold price outlook for 2026 looks different than it did a month ago — not because the end targets changed, but because recent events have shifted the backdrop. Below is a concise update on the … Read more

Gold prices ticked higher on Friday, putting the precious metal on track for a weekly gain of about 2.1%. The advance followed softer-than-expected U.S. economic data that strengthened bets on future Federal Reserve rate cuts. Gold, long regarded as a safe-haven asset, generally benefits from economic or geopolitical uncertainty and from a lower interest rate … Read more

🌅 Morning News Nuggets | Today’s top stories for gold and silver investors March 19th, 2026 | Brandon Sauerwein, Editor Why is gold falling while a war rages in the Middle East? Today’s digest explains the Iran energy shock, the Fed’s message, a $39 trillion debt milestone, and how retail buying is reshaping the market. … Read more

President Donald Trump recently dismissed Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Commissioner Erika McEntarfer, alleging that the July jobs report was “rigged” to harm Republican interests. The allegation prompted debate, but a closer look at how the BLS operates helps explain why such claims do not align with standard statistical practice. The BLS does not rely … Read more

When investing in a Gold IRA, where you store your precious metals matters as much as what you buy. Storage affects your security, IRS compliance, tax advantages, and overall peace of mind. This guide compares storing gold at home with using a professional depository. You’ll learn the IRS requirements, the risks and benefits of each … Read more

Gold is testing a key level at $3,351 per ounce. A sustained move above that threshold would reinforce that the upward trend remains intact. Last week offered mixed signals: a new set of tariffs was introduced, the Bank of England and the Reserve Bank of India adopted cautious policy stances, and U.S. economic indicators showed … Read more