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Moscow's "Root Causes" Memo Reportedly Angered White House, Which Then Nixed Budapest Summit The Financial Times is out with more reporting Friday on why the United States canceled a planned summit between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest earlier this month. The FT report says Moscow issued sweeping demands on Ukraine, according to sources privy to the conversations, and that ultimately this 'annoyed' President Trump, who opted to listen to those admin officials calling for a firmer position in support of Ukraine. Also, Secretary of State […]

Will The AfD Party Be Banned In Germany? Via Remix News, There are once again efforts to ban the Alternative for Germany (AfD) in the Bundestag, with the far-left Social Democrats (SPD) leading the way. However, there is some difficult math facing the proponents of an AfD ban, which makes it unlikely — but not impossible — for the party to be banned. In order to understand why a ban is unlikely, let us first look at what would actually happen if a ban of the AfD went forward.   The AfD is currently the most popular party in the country, according to multiple polls, […]

NATO's Three-Pronged Response To The Latest Russian Scare Raises The Risk Of A Larger War Authored by Andrew Korybko via Substack, This could be averted if Poland, which commands NATO’s third-largest army and whose new president recently didn’t rule out talking to Putin if his country’s security depended on it, doesn’t allow itself to be manipulated into partaking in any related provocations or backing up those responsible for them. Early September’s suspicious Russian drone incident over Poland, Estonia’s subsequent claim that Russian jets violated its maritime […]

Men Far More Likely Than Women To Die By Suicide The following chart, via Statista's Katharina Buchholz, shows data on suicide prevalence in countries around the world. Out of every 100,000 men in the United States, an average of 24 died from suicide in 2021, while for women the average was close to seven per 100,000. In several countries these figures were even higher, such as in South Korea, Lithuania and Hungary. While there are significant differences between countries, one pattern is clear to see: the rates of men taking their own lives are generally higher than those […]

Time To Curb The Violence Authored by Mark Penn & Andrew Stein via RealClearPolitics, Even back to the days of Charles Manson, a violent cult leader, there were pockets of people who cheered and reveled in violence. But all too common today are the groupies who adulate the CEO killer, the social media maven who praises the assassination of Charlie Kirk, or the miscreant who says they wish presidential assassins had been successful. In today’s social-media fueled world, every heinous act of violence spawns a great majority of people of condemn it and a smaller […]

Maduro Urgently Seeks Military Aid From Russia & China With US Bulls-Eye On Venezuela President Trump said on Friday that he's yet to make a final decision on launching a military attack on Venezuela, but President Nicolás Maduro is not waiting around while taking the US leader's word on it. Maduro is reportedly urgently reaching out to Russia, China, and Iran for any possible military aid, including defense items which may have already been negotiated or are in the works. The Washington Post says it's obtained internal documents showing such recent and high-stakes […]

Drug Smuggling Surges On Amazon Waterways, Driving Brazil–U.S. Tensions Brazilian authorities are seizing record amounts of cocaine moving through the Amazon as traffickers exploit expanding commercial river routes for oil and crop exports, according to Bloomberg. In April, police chief Murilo Sampaio intercepted barges traveling from Peru’s Bretaña oil field, operated by PetroTal Corp. Drug-sniffing dogs detected a hidden compartment: “Everything was fine up until then,” Sampaio said. “But when the dogs came on board, they were able to identify a scent.” More than […]

Waste Of The Day: Taxpayers Fund Mayor's Wife's Charity Authored by Jeremy Portnoy via RealClearInvestigations, Topline: The City of Baltimore gave $62,500 to a nonprofit that employs the mayor’s wife, according to tax filings reviewed by the Baltimore Sun. Six members of City Council have introduced a bill that would make similar payments illegal — which the mayor opposes. Key facts: The grant was paid in 2023 from the Baltimore Children and Youth Fund to the nonprofit Bmore Empowered, where Hana Scott is the director of operations. She is also Mayor Brandon Scott’s […]

Black Lives Matter Under Federal Investigation For Donor Fraud; Report A probe into the Marxist nonprofit Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation (BLMGNF), which was initially opened under the Biden-Harris administration, has seen renewed interest from federal prosecutors in President Trump's second term over allegations that the far-left group defrauded donors. Breaking- BLM under federal investigation for defrauding donors out of $90 million. Hope they enjoyed the mansions while they lasted... pic.twitter.com/NeQR10aWId — GrrrGraphics-Ben Garrison 🤠 Cartoons […]

Today one of the most connected men who has been in the business for more than half a century said when it comes to gold "we haven't seen anything yet."

Rep. Troy Balderson Is Right: Coal And Gas Drive Affordable, Reliable, And Clean Energy Authored by Jude Clemente via RealClearEnergy, The International Energy Agency (IEA) defines energy security as “The uninterrupted availability of energy sources at an affordable price.” In that context, no other energy sources in the world can stand against the combination of American coal and natural gas. And coming soon, utilities expect Small Modular Reactors starting as soon as 2030.  Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) recently introduced “The Affordable, Reliable, Clean […]

Deposit Insurance For Billionaires? Authored by Stephen Moore via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), Commentary Politicians in Washington have the shortest memories. Maybe that’s why they so seldom learn from their sometimes catastrophic mistakes. Giorgio Trovato/Unsplash.com It was less than 20 years ago that the U.S. economy was flattened by the mortgage and banking crisis. Anyone remember? The experts said that the odds were tiny that the housing market could crash; that the federal housing agencies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac would never need a bailout; that […]

Gold futures closed the week back above the $4,000 level, but investors are wondering what is next?

The Real Ghost Of Halloween: Inflation Data from the National Retail Federation shows that some $13 billion will be spent on Halloween in the United States this year, whether that’s in the form of nightmarish costumes, spooky decorations for the house or candy for trick-or-treaters. As Statista's Katharina Buchholz details below, compared to 2023, this is an increase of about $1 billion, showing how consumer spending patterns are back on track after a comparatively quiet Halloween in the pandemic year of 2020 as well as in 2024. You will find more infographics at […]

Congress Members Fuming, Left Unsatisfied By Classified Pentagon Briefing On Drug Boat Strikes Authored by Dave DeCamp via AntiWar.com, US War Department officials don’t know the identities of the 61 people who have been extra-judicially executed in US military strikes on boats in the waters near Venezuela and in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, Politico reported on Thursday, citing House Democrats who attended a classified briefing on the campaign. "[The department officials] said that they do not need to positively identify individuals on these vessels to do the strikes, […]

Watch: Vance Says US Put 'Leverage' On Israel When Challenged By MAGA Hat-Wearing Student A very interesting moment played out earlier this week when Vice President JD Vance spoke at a Turning Point USA event at the University of Mississippi. Vance during the Wednesday visit was asked by a student wearing a MAGA hat why the US is so constantly devoted to Israel, handing it billions of dollars to support what the student described as "ethnic cleansing" in Gaza. Vance seemed ready and willing to field the tough question, which is representative of a shift on Israel among […]

Stark Irony: Iran Angrily Condemns Trump's Call To Resume US Nuclear Testing In a stark irony, Iran has condemned and lashed out at President Trump's call to return the United States to nuclear weapons testing "on an equal basis" with other countries like Russia and China. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called out the move as both "regressive" and "irresponsible". Iran has of course remained under harsh and expansive US-led sanctions over its nuclear program, which has involved no warheads or other testing, and which Tehran has long insisted is only for peaceful […]

Republicans Are Walking Into A Trap On Section 230 Repeal Authored by Yael Ossowski via RealClearPolitics, Among political conservatives, there is no hotter potato at the moment than the civil liability protections afforded by Section 230 to online operators. Unless Republicans learn to love it again and reject the censorship lawfare complex favored by Democrats, they risk dooming our tech leaders and everyone who uses their products to the sharks circling our legal system. The twenty-six words tucked into the Communications Decency Act of 1996 shielded publishers from […]

After Prez Urges 'TRUMP CARD', Mike Johnson Warns Democrats Will Wreak Havoc If GOP Kills Filibuster President Trump is pounding the table for Senate Republicans to “play their TRUMP CARD” - demanding they scrap the chamber’s 60-vote filibuster rule to push through a stopgap bill to end the government shutdown. But despite the former president’s fiery Truth Social post Thursday night, GOP senators - wary of detonating the so-called “nuclear option” - are crickets.  U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to members of the media on board Air Force One en route to the U.S., […]

Dark Tidings Authored by James Howard Kunstler, ". . . the fake news isn’t reporting on Operation Arctic Frost. It’s not that they’re trying to cover it up. . . but that they actually think it was totally normal and legitimate."  - Hans Mahncke Surely you’ve noticed in recent years just how gruesome the Halloween townscape has become with our competitive yard displays of giant skeletons, shrieking ghouls, corpses seeming to emerge from the crabgrass, and miscellaneous body parts strewn about the property. The symbolism seems pretty overt: America yearns to become a […]

Republicans' Surprising Performances In Key Governor Races Authored by J.T. Young via RealClearPolitics, Virginia’s and New Jersey’s gubernatorial races show the Republican candidates currently matching or beating Donald Trump’s past presidential margins. This is big for these state races and for gauging the overall country’s mood. It could be bigger still if it presages a Republican threat to Democrats’ “second blue wall” in 2026 and 2028. In Virginia, the Republican, Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, has been trailing the Democrat, former Congresswoman Abigail […]

"Chilling Opportunity" Theme Heats Up: Goldman Forecasts Liquid Cooling To Dominate Data Centers Building on the "Chilling Opportunity" theme around data-center cooling and the rapid rise of liquid-cooling systems in AI server racks, Goldman analysts have raised their 2025-26 global server-cooling market estimates and introduced a new 2027 forecast, reflecting surging demand tied to the accelerating AI data center buildout. Goldman analysts, led by Allen Chang, penned a note to clients on Thursday, highlighting that liquid-cooling adoption is rapidly accelerating across data […]

Staffing Shortages, High Winds Spark Flight Delays Across JFK, Newark, LaGuardia Airports Update (1515ET): A combination of high winds and staffing shortages among air traffic controllers due to the government shutdown has caused significant disruptions across New York City-area airports, with average delays this evening exceeding 60 minutes and some exceeding 100 minutes. Latest disruptions by airport (courtesy of NYC Emergency Management):  JFK: Ground stop in effect until 7:30 PM; flights held at departure airports. Arrivals are limited to 36 per hour through early […]

SpaceX Could Win Contract To Build 600 Satellites For Secret "Milnet" Network Powering Trump's Golden Dome Shield Elon Musk's SpaceX is set to win the contract to build a multi-billion-dollar satellite constellation in low Earth orbit (LEO), called MILNET, to support President Trump's Golden Dome missile-defense shield. According to the Wall Street Journal, citing people familiar with the new space program, funding for the so-called "air moving target indicator" system was included in the tax-and-spending bill that Trump signed in July, though it wasn't publicly linked to […]

Oh SNAP: Judges Order Trump Admin To Use Emergency Funds For Food Assistance Two judges have stepped in over the federal government suspension of food-aid benefits for tens of millions of Americans set to end on Nov. 1 amid the shutdown.  National Guard troops in California were deployed to support food pantries as millions of Americans braced for an end to SNAP funding during the government shutdown On Friday, US District Judge John McConnell of Rhode Island announced that he would order the US Department of Agriculture to distribute a pool of contingency funds "as soon as […]

Bessent: China "Made A Real Mistake" By Threatening To Curb Rare Earth Exports US Treasury secretary Scott Bessent says Beijing “made a real mistake” by threatening to curb rare earth exports, according to a new report from Financial Times.  Bessent told Financial Times in a new interview that the US will secure alternative supplies within “12 to 24 months” and also said of China's threat: “China has alerted everyone to the danger. They’ve made a real mistake. It’s one thing to put the gun on the table. It’s another thing to fire shots in the air.” […]

Chinese Companies Are Betting That The Trump-Xi Truce Will Not Last By Bas van Geffen, Senior Macro Strategist at Rabobank The ECB’s policy decision did not spook markets yesterday. The deposit rate was left at 2% for the third time in a row. Only limited new information had come out since September, and therefore policymakers saw no reason to adjust their policy stance when they also deemed this unnecessary last month. Looking ahead, Lagarde left all options open, but the ECB president did conclude that downside risks have lessened somewhat. We would add that the doves’ […]

With the price of gold trading over $4,000, many are wondering are the US gold reserves still there?

Gold and silver wrapped up a historic October, with gold topping $4,000 as global demand surged to record highs. But inflation data released today showed the Fed’s fight isn’t over—headline prices are easing, yet core inflation remains stubbornly high. As policymakers debate the next move, uncertainty is keeping safe-haven demand...

U.S. households now hold a record 80% of their wealth in stocks — an all-time high that signals a dangerous concentration. As Alan Hibbard warns, when both stocks and bonds move together, traditional diversification fails. History shows these moments often precede major market resets — and gold may once again...

Gerald Celente, discusses the pullback in the gold market, which he predicted would happen at the recent peak.

Gold’s rally to new highs has investors asking if the run is over — but history suggests otherwise. Compared to past bull markets, the current gold bull market may still be in its early stages, with strong macro drivers like inflation, debt, and geopolitical risk fueling further upside.

Ignore volatility in the gold and silver markets as the turn has already started.

Gold's heading to $5,000, according to the world's top bullion experts. Trump and Xi just hit pause on their trade war. The ECB is standing pat. And Nvidia's valuation has blown past dot-com bubble levels. Here's what it all means for precious metals investors.

When you price real estate in silver instead of dollars, the results are shocking. Mike Maloney and Alan Hibbard reveal why silver’s purchasing power is soaring — and how this cycle could deliver one of the biggest wealth transfers in history.

It appears that bank runs and bank failures are just around the corner. Will this trigger the next stock market collapse? 

Mark Lundeen responds to Eric King at King World News.

Gold rebounds above $4,000 and silver rallies 2.5% as the Fed prepares another rate cut. But warning signs are mounting: white-collar unemployment is surging, AI is reshaping the job market, and Nvidia races toward $5 trillion amid bubble fears. Here's what precious metals investors need to know today.

Today Nomi Prins, who has given speeches to the World Bank, IMF and Federal Reserve, communicated to King World News that today is a historic day for these stocks.

Gold Price Prediction 2025: Gold has shattered records above $4,000 per ounce, fueled by central bank demand, inflation, and global uncertainty. With major banks now projecting $5,000 gold by 2026, investors are asking how much higher this bull market can go — and how to position their portfolios for the...

Silver may be on the verge of a powerful reversion. In the latest GoldSilver Show, Mike Maloney and Alan Hibbard reveal why soaring global demand, central bank accumulation, and an extreme gold-to-silver ratio could signal silver’s next major move. Despite recent gains, silver remains far below its inflation-adjusted highs —...

This chart says gold's target price is a jaw-dropping $48,000.

Gold slipped below $4,000 as US-China trade progress triggered the sharpest pullback in over a decade — but the debate over what comes next is splitting Wall Street. Citigroup sees further drops to $3,800, while Bank of America, Goldman Sachs, and Societe Generale are calling for $5,000 by 2026. With...

When it comes to recent volatility in the gold and silver markets, these veteran investors aren't panicking.

Inflation cooled to 3.0% in September, paving the way for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates this week. Gold and silver pulled back from recent highs as US-China negotiators reached another preliminary trade deal in Malaysia, though past agreements have collapsed before implementation. Meanwhile, the government shutdown enters its...

If you’ve ever tried buying physical silver, you’ve probably noticed the price is always higher than the “silver spot price” you see online. That gap — the premium — covers real-world costs like minting, shipping, and dealer margins. Understanding this difference is key to making smarter silver investments and avoiding...

Inflation cooled to 3.0% in September, clearing the path for Fed rate cuts and sending the dollar lower. Meanwhile, gold funds saw record inflows as investors sought safety amid persistent inflation and global uncertainty.

Most people think they’re saving money — but they’re really saving currency. In Hidden Secrets of Value, Episode 2: Money vs. Currency, Alan Hibbard reveals how that confusion quietly destroys wealth. Through the lessons of history and the logic of honest money, he explains why fiat currencies always lose value,...

The U.S. national debt just crossed $38 trillion while inflation refuses to cool — yet the Fed is preparing to cut rates anyway. Nearly a third of America's economy is showing recession warning signs, and J.P. Morgan just released one of the most bullish gold forecasts on record: $5,055 per...

China’s dominance over rare earth metals in 2025 is reshaping global markets — and driving investors toward real assets like gold. Here’s what it means for the next decade.

Profit-taking clipped gold after a historic run, just as markets brace for a contentious CPI print and a grinding U.S. shutdown. On the ground, Sydney’s bullion queues stretch for hours, while India tightens gold-loan rules—signaling trust in physical metal.

New Morningstar data shows gold outpacing many assets over 1–20 years. See why a 5–15% allocation can strengthen portfolios—and how to own gold the right way.

Goldman Sachs says “everything is weird” as stocks, bonds, and gold all rally together — a break from decades of market logic. With rare earths weaponized, tariffs rolling back, and a Fed rate cut looming, investors are watching gold’s next move closely.

Gold consolidates near $4,260 after a historic 60% rally, but analysts warn volatility may be ahead. The ongoing government shutdown fuels safe-haven demand while India's Diwali buyers shift from jewelry to bullion despite record prices. Meanwhile, silver's supply squeeze eases as U.S. and China shipments flow into London markets.

When empires overreach, currencies crumble — and history’s warning lights begin to flash.  In his latest episode of The GoldSilver Show, Mike Maloney and Alan Hibbard unpack why the markets may have already peaked, how global power is shifting toward gold, and why holding real assets has never been more...

Most people think saving is safe and investing is risky—but it’s the opposite when you understand value. In Saving vs Investing Explained: The One Shift That Builds Wealth, Alan Hibbard shows why holding cash quietly destroys purchasing power and how separating real savings from risk assets builds lasting financial strength.

Gold just outperformed the Nasdaq over five years — up 129% versus 99% — while bank stress pushes prices to all-time highs above $4,370/oz. HSBC now forecasts $5,000 gold by 2026, citing central-bank demand and lower rates ahead. With Washington's shutdown freezing economic data and the IMF warning of fragile...

Gold set new records near $4,240 while silver hovers just below all-time highs. Trade tensions with China, a U.S. government shutdown, India’s festival demand shift, and a proposed $40B U.S. backstop for Argentina are keeping risk on edge — and the safe-haven bid alive. Here’s what matters for prices, policy,...

Discover how record central bank gold buying is reshaping global demand and setting a long-term floor for gold prices amid rising geopolitical risks.

Gold just crossed $4,200 — its strongest run in modern history — as central banks double down on bullion, silver’s price gap widens, and new geopolitical risks fuel demand for hard assets.