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The ‘Cape Fear’ Economy. Warnings You Should Not Ignore
We’re barely three months into 2026, and cracks in the U.S. economy are becoming harder to ignore. Wall Street’s long-standing
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The New Gold Rush: Inside the Modern Mining Boom
For gold miners, hitting the modern mother lode has been a multi-year and multi-faceted event. Mining companies are enjoying growing
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They Are Not What You Think: The Hidden Risks of Commodity ETFs
On the surface, commodity exchange-traded funds (ETFs) appear to be a convenient way to invest in energy, agriculture, precious metals,
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Is the Housing Market Frozen? Is the Economy on the Brink?
Have you noticed? Home sales have slowed, buyers are sitting on the sidelines, and many homeowners, particularly Baby Boomers, are
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How to Profit from Platinum’s Supply Side Crisis
Since last June, platinum has surged more than 80%. In most commodity markets, rising prices and growing demand trigger a
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Danger! The US Consumer Is Running Out of Steam
The American consumer is exhausted. After inflation topped out at over 9% in 2022, U.S. households have endured years of
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High Inflation? Gold Investors are Still Smiling!
One of America’s most beloved presidents, Ronald Reagan, believed inflation was one of worst of all economic evils. He called
