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The End of the Petrodollar Era: Trump’s Trade War and the Twilight of American Exorbitance

The End of the Petrodollar Era: Trump’s Trade War and the Twilight of American Exorbitance

The Grey Dawn of 1974: A Secret Mission The grey, damp dawn of July 1974 mirrored the mood aboard the 8am flight departing Andrews Air Force Base. William Simon, America’s new Treasury Secretary, and his deputy, Gerry Parsky, carried the weight of a nation in crisis. The official story spoke of economic diplomacy, a standard […]
Trump’s Tariffs Just Put the Dollar in Danger – Here’s Why Gold Wins

Trump’s Tariffs Just Put the Dollar in Danger – Here’s Why Gold Wins

The press called it “sweeping.” Economists called it “reckless.” Markets called it something unprintable. But former President Trump called it liberation. His latest policy announcement—an all-out trade offensive laced with tariffs up to 50%—may have sounded like more political theatre. But behind the slogans and spectacle lies something more strategic. Or perhaps more dangerous. Maybe even […]
Gold Above $3,000, Is This The New Normal?

Gold Above $3,000, Is This The New Normal?

Last Thursday, we sat down with renowned analyst Lobo Tiggre to unpack what’s really driving gold and silver — and why this time might actually be different. Lobo didn’t hold back: he sees a paradigm shift underway, with Trump’s return to the political stage, persistent geopolitical volatility, and long-term distrust in fiat currencies shaping a new kind of gold market. Gold’s […]
Is the Silver Market Rigged? | Silver Squeeze Explained

Is the Silver Market Rigged? | Silver Squeeze Explained

There’s a growing online movement — once again — calling for silver buyers to unite and challenge what many see as a manipulated market. It’s the #silversqueeze. The proposed date? March 31st. You may remember a similar push back in 2021, when retail investors attempted to spark a “Silver Squeeze” by flooding the market with […]
Gold above $3,000… but the real story is just beginning

Gold above $3,000… but the real story is just beginning

With gold and silver both climbing—silver making some strong gains today—investors are clearly getting nervous. Safe-haven demand is back in focus as markets try to digest a mix of slowing growth projections, sticky inflation, and growing confusion over U.S. trade policy. Last week, the Federal Reserve kept interest rates on hold, but revised its economic […]
Who Really Owns America’s Gold?

Who Really Owns America’s Gold?

Less than a week ago the gold price sailed past $3,000. And there it has held firm. Silver has also made some notable moves. Something has changed and it seems like it could be here to stay. The push to own gold and silver is not just a vote for financial diversification but it is […]
A Financial Call to Arms – What’s Really Driving Gold’s Record Surge?

A Financial Call to Arms – What’s Really Driving Gold’s Record Surge?

Last week gold surged past $3,000/oz and continues to power on. But, while the headlines focus on price, the real story is unfolding behind the scenes. COMEX has quietly cancelled key gold contracts linked to London’s bullion market—no announcements, no explanations, just gone. Physical gold is moving from London to New York, and questions are mounting. […]
Recession Warning: Jim Rogers on U.S. Debt, Gold & Market Collapse

Recession Warning: Jim Rogers on U.S. Debt, Gold & Market Collapse

At the time of writing gold prices have slightly edged higher, supported by another mild U.S. inflation report. Meanwhile, silver prices dipped slightly due to what is most likely a routine corrective pullback after this week’s strong gains. Concerns about inflation easing continue to have minimal effect on gold, as investors still regard the precious […]
US Recession Confirmed: Why Investors Are Fleeing to Gold

US Recession Confirmed: Why Investors Are Fleeing to Gold

The market turmoil we witnessed yesterday was a wake-up call. With the Dow plunging nearly 900 points and the Nasdaq dropping over 4%, it’s clear that this isn’t just a temporary blip. Investors are reacting to deeper, structural risks in the global economy—risks that can no longer be ignored. In our latest video, we unpack […]
The Biggest Threat to the U.S. Dollar Just Happened

The Biggest Threat to the U.S. Dollar Just Happened

It’s World Book Day, and it got me thinking about the books that shaped the way we see the world. For me, Bill Bonner’s Empire of Debt was a turning point—it helped me understand the risks of runaway credit growth and the fragility of modern finance. Meanwhile, Stephen Flood, our co-founder and Chairman’s favorite book […]