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With the Silver BREAKOUT finally over a decade high $32.50 on its way to $35, is this time finally different?  Many claim that the Banker Shorts are in BIG TROUBLE now as the supposed Silver Shortsqueeze continues to an all-time high of $50...
    Gold Breaks $2,700: A New Era Begins
Oct 18, 2024 - 15:54:13 EDT
With political tensions rising and inflation easing is this rally sustainable? Find out what’s next for gold.
As gold prices continue to rise, Bank of America analysts propose that it might become a safer investment option than Treasury bonds. This shift is attributed to increasing U.S. debt levels, potential post-election spending increases, and global economic challenges. While Treasury bonds have long been considered a safe haven, growing concerns about government borrowing could lead investors to view gold as the ultimate safe asset, potentially driving its price to $3,000 per ounce.
While inflation has decreased in many developed countries, approaching central banks' 2% targets, experts warn against premature celebration. Historical examples, like the 1970s U.S. inflation resurgence, demonstrate that inflation can unexpectedly return after periods of apparent stability. Factors such as monetary policy changes, political pressures, and external shocks can quickly reignite inflationary pressures, suggesting caution is warranted in declaring victory over inflation.
Gold futures have reached a new record high, surpassing $2,729 per troy ounce on the New York Mercantile Exchange. The precious metal's price has increased by over 3% in the past week, driven by geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty. Experts predict further gains, citing factors such as the weakening US dollar and global demand for a stable store of value.
Gold prices surged past $2,700 per ounce for the first time, driven by safe-haven demand amid geopolitical tensions and expectations of monetary policy easing. The precious metal's rally is fueled by uncertainty surrounding the U.S. presidential elections and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, with analysts noting strong speculative interest from Asian markets.
    Insider Alert: Mike's Making Moves
Oct 17, 2024 - 16:08:29 EDT
Mike Maloney has been patiently waiting on the sidelines, carefully analyzing the markets. Now, he's finally made his move.
In this urgent “30 Seconds To Midnight” update, Mike Maloney breaks down why we’re on the brink of the biggest financial collapse in history
U.S. retail sales showed a solid increase of 0.4% in September, surpassing economists' expectations of a 0.3% rise. This growth was driven by strong consumer spending in various sectors, including restaurants, clothing stores, and online purchases. The increase in retail sales suggests that the U.S. economy maintained robust growth in the third quarter, supported by solid income growth, ample savings, and strong household balance sheets.
Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee has called for urgent action to strengthen the city's position as a global gold trading center, citing competition from Singapore's recent launch of a 500-tonne gold vault. Lee emphasized the need to build up Hong Kong's gold and commodity trading market from its current "low base" to transform it into a "game-changer" for the economy.
The European Central Bank is poised to cut interest rates for the third time this year, with markets expecting a 0.25% reduction. While this move is largely anticipated, investors are keen to understand the ECB's future policy direction. The euro has already weakened against the dollar, and the ECB's tone could further influence its trajectory. Simultaneously, global markets are watching other economic indicators, including TSMC's earnings and U.S. retail sales data.
China's government has announced plans to increase loans for unfinished residential projects to 4 trillion yuan ($562 billion) by year-end, but this fell short of market expectations. The measure, part of a broader package to support the struggling property sector, failed to impress investors, leading to a decline in property stocks. While officials expressed confidence in stabilizing the real estate market, analysts view the policies as incremental and insufficient to address the sector's deep-rooted issues.
After watching what is happening on social media in the precious metals market, I recommend CAUTION ahead.  It seems that everyone is now calling for much higher prices in Gold & Silver, and when that happens, it typically means we are getting close to a TOP...
At the LBMA conference in Miami, delegates projected a 10.5% increase in gold prices over the next 12 months, alongside substantial gains for silver, platinum, and palladium. These predictions come amid a strong year for precious metals, with gold and silver already up 29% and 32% respectively in 2024, driven by factors such as Federal Reserve rate cuts and geopolitical tensions.
Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic revealed that he projected one additional 25 basis point rate cut for 2024 in his recent Federal Reserve meeting forecast. This is less than the median projection of 50 basis points in further cuts. However, Bostic emphasized that his outlook remains flexible and will be adjusted based on incoming economic data, particularly regarding inflation and employment.
In September 2024, India's trade balance showed signs of improvement as the deficit narrowed to $20.78 billion, lower than economists' expectations of $24.63 billion. This positive shift was largely attributed to reduced gold imports, which helped moderate the overall import bill. Despite global economic challenges, India's exports maintained a slight growth, with sectors like engineering goods, plastics, and pharmaceuticals performing well.
    Election Uncertainty Propels Gold to New Heights
Oct 16, 2024 - 09:17:43 EDT
Gold prices are rising towards new record highs as investors focus on the upcoming U.S. presidential election and potential Federal Reserve rate cuts. The precious metal's appeal as a safe-haven asset, combined with strong central bank buying, has driven its performance in 2024. Uncertainty surrounding the election outcome and potential policy changes are prompting investors to adjust their portfolios, further supporting gold's rally.
In this eye-opening panel discussion, George Gammon, Mike Maloney and Mark Moss dive deep into the economic realities we face today.
Central banks continue to value gold as a key component of their reserves, despite recent price increases and a slowdown in purchases by some countries. Representatives from the Czech Republic, Mongolia, and Mexico emphasized the importance of gold for diversification and security at a recent bullion conference. While global central bank gold purchases have slowed in 2024, they remain significant, with a 6% increase to 183 tons in the second quarter.
Despite expectations that investors would move money from cash to stocks after interest rate cuts, historical data shows this isn't always the case. Even after the Federal Reserve began lowering rates, money continued to flow into money market funds. This trend suggests investor caution and uncertainty about the economic outlook, rather than a rush to put cash back into the stock market.