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US Tariffs Are Always Taxes on Americans and are Inflationary

Trump proposes higher tariffs than in his first term to raise revenue for tax cuts, though tariffs are essentially taxes on Americans, similar to a selective sales tax.

European Central Bank Warns Surging Government Debt Is "Potential Threat"

In its recent Financial Stability Review, the European Central Bank (ECB) warned of a “potential threat” facing the eurozone due to elevated debt levels.

$3,000 gold? So how do I start investing?

Gold is a hedge against inflation and uncertainty. Gold is a safe haven in times of geopolitical uncertainty, and its price can track with, and even outpace inflation.

Looming Debt Crisis and What Lies Ahead

The idea of the federal debt getting irredeemably out of control isn’t new. But I think that we’ve finally reached a genuine tipping point.

Report: 2025's Best and Worst U.S. States for Sound Money

Several other states also considered capital gains exemptions on precious metals this year, setting the stage for more sound money reforms in the coming years.

UAE Poised to Help Usher in "Asian Century" for Gold

The United Arab Emirates is poised to usher in an “Asian Century” for gold to challenge dollar dominance, according to a report published by the DMCC.

Trump 2.0: Revenge of the Swamp Fighter or Swamped Again?

The people being considered as financial appointees look and smell like the same-ol’ same-ol’ stuff. If Trump actually chooses them, he’s learned nothing!

Are Americans Tapped Out? Consumer Borrowing Tanked in September

Total consumer debt rose by a rather modest $6 billion in September, a 1.4 percent annual increase, according to the latest data from the Federal Reserve. 

Warsh, Who Admitted Fed’s Gold Swaps and Market Rigging, Eyed for Treasury Chief

Donald Trump has broadened his search for a Treasury secretary for his second term, creating confusion as he struggles to settle on a choice for his top economic official.

If Trump Didn’t Send Musk to Talk with the Iranians…He Should!

A more prosperous America requires more foreign trade, not less.

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