The Week Everything Changed for Gold: Russia’s Bold Move and What It Means for Investors
Something massive happened in the gold market this week — and almost nobody noticed. Russia quietly launched its own gold exchange in St. Petersburg, marking the first serious challenge to London’s century-old control over global gold pricing. This isn’t just another commodity exchange. It’s a seismic shift that could fundamentally…
Survey Signals Silver Could Hit $41—But Volatility Remains
Silver prices have surged over 33% in 2025, hitting their highest level in more than a decade and outperforming gold. Analysts attribute the rally to renewed trade optimism and looming supply shortages, with experts saying the upswing may continue if energy costs remain low. Unlike gold, over half of silver…
Fed Poised to Hold Rates Steady Despite Trump’s Pressure for Cuts
As Federal Reserve policymakers meet this week, they are expected to keep short-term interest rates steady, revealing a growing divide between Fed Chair Jerome Powell and President Trump. Trump pushes for deep rate cuts, citing a strong economy and low inflation, while the Fed and most economists argue that higher…
Fidelity Sees Gold Rising to $4,000 as Fed Eases and Dollar Weakens
Fidelity International predicts gold could reach $4,000 an ounce by the end of next year. This forecast is based on expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates to support the US economy, the US dollar will weaken, and central banks will continue buying gold. Despite some recent price…
Reuters Poll: Flight to Safety Lifts Gold and Silver Price Forecasts
A Reuters poll of 40 analysts and traders predicts gold will stay historically high as investors seek safety amid global trade tensions and rising U.S. debt. The median forecast places gold at about $3,220 per ounce in 2025 and $3,400 in 2026, up sharply from previous estimates. Spot gold has…
Retail Investors Flock to Risky Currency Trading as New “Meme” Market
A growing number of everyday investors are turning to foreign exchange (FX) trading, joining a market once seen as exclusive to professionals. Inspired by trade war volatility, social media, and online courses, retail traders like Samantha Greer, a lawyer from England, are making sizable bets on currency movements. However, FX…
Fed Expected to Hold Rates, Signals on Future Cuts Remain Unclear
Despite President Trump’s vocal campaign for rate cuts, the Federal Reserve is expected to keep its benchmark interest rates unchanged at this week’s meeting. While two Republican Fed governors may dissent in favor of cuts, the Fed as a whole remains cautious due to ongoing uncertainties from tariffs and their…
Gold Falls Below 50-Day Moving Average
Gold closed Friday down nearly 1%, dropping below its 50-day simple moving average ($3,341), a significant technical shift that signals a short-term bearish trend. The breach ended gold’s recent support level and puts downside targets near $3,310, $3,282, and $3,244 in focus. A rebound in the U.S. Dollar Index, driven…
New BRICS Currency Could Reshape Global Economy by 2026-27
The BRICS nations—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—are moving forward with plans to create a shared digital currency by 2026-2027. This effort aims to reduce their reliance on the U.S. dollar and reshape the global monetary system. At their recent summit, leaders highlighted progress in using local currencies for…
Why Gold Deserves a Place in Alternatives Investing
With alternative assets projected to reach $30 trillion by 2029, institutional investors face trade-offs including illiquidity and valuation lags. Gold offers a complementary solution, bridging public and private market characteristics through its liquidity, low correlation, and resilience during systemic shocks. Analysis shows gold maintains stable returns amid crises while private…