Trump Pressures Fed Chair Powell on Interest Rates in First White House Meeting
Fed Chair Jerome Powell accepted President Trump’s invitation for a White House meeting Thursday, marking their first discussion since Trump returned to office. While they talked about economic conditions, Powell carefully avoided discussing future rate decisions, emphasizing that the Fed makes choices based on data, not politics. The meeting highlights…
Is Germany’s Gold Safe in America? Trump’s Presidency Revives Old Fears
Germany stores one-third of its 3,352-tonne gold reserves—the world’s second-largest—at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, a Cold War-era arrangement. Trump’s return to the White House and his confrontational approach to allies and the Fed have sparked German concerns about their gold’s safety in U.S. custody. Key developments include…
Asian Gold Markets Cool as Indian Wedding Season Ends
Physical gold demand weakened across Asia this week, particularly in India where rising prices and the end of wedding season reduced buying activity. Indian dealers offered significant discounts of up to $31 per ounce to attract buyers, while Chinese premiums also decreased despite high import volumes. The seasonal slowdown in…
Gold Retreats to $3,300 as Dollar Strength and Inflation Data Weigh on Markets
Gold experienced a pullback on Friday, falling 0.5% to $3,300.59 per ounce, with the decline driven primarily by a stronger U.S. dollar that rose 0.2%. This week has seen gold lose 1.7% of its value as markets enter a consolidation phase. The focus is now on the upcoming Personal Consumption…
10 Reasons to Invest in Gold
There are many compelling reasons to invest in gold, especially in today’s unpredictable markets and economic landscape. As a time-tested asset, gold offers stability, helps preserve purchasing power, and acts as a powerful hedge against inflation and risk. Its ability to diversify your portfolio and withstand volatility makes gold an…
Rickards On Gold Leasing: Is It All There?
Rickards On Gold Leasing: Is It All There? Authored by Adam Sharp via DailyReckoning.com, Our friend and colleague Jim Rickards has the energy and drive of a 20-year old. I try to read everything he writes, and watch all his media appearances. But sometimes a gem slips through the cracks. Two months ago, Jim was […]
For First Time Since 2019, Trump Invites Powell To White House To Discuss Economy
For First Time Since 2019, Trump Invites Powell To White House To Discuss Economy The day after we posted this on X: Dear @federalreserve does this mean emergency 50 bps rate cut tomorrow since there are no more “inflationary tariffs”? — zerohedge (@zerohedge) May 29, 2025 President Trump invited Fed Chair Powell to The White […]
The Road to Triple-Digit Silver: What’s Driving the Surge?
In a recent GoldSilver episode, Mike Maloney and Alan Hibbard sift through a slew of insightful comments from viewers on their latest silver videos.
Gold Climbs Back Above $3,300 as Court Blocks Trump Tariffs
Gold prices bounced back Thursday after hitting a one-week low, rising to over $3,3000 per ounce. The recovery followed a court ruling that blocked President Trump’s broad tariffs, though the White House plans to appeal. Traders are now watching for Friday’s key U.S. inflation data (PCE figures) to gauge Federal…
US Court Blocks Trump Tariffs, Gold Prices Hold Steady
A US trade court has blocked President Trump’s global tariff agenda, ruling many tariffs illegal. This news initially pushed gold prices lower as the dollar strengthened, though gold later steadied. The Trump administration is appealing the decision, which could ultimately reach the Supreme Court. The ruling may reduce gold’s appeal…