Lear Capital Blog

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  5 Things You Might Not Know Are Draining Your Wallet - And How Precious Metals Can Help

  When most people think about what affects their finances, they usually focus on obvious things: rising rent, gas prices, or tax increases. But beneath the surface, there are powerful forces that shape the economy and can stealthily ravage your wallet. Here are five major economic forces that are directly impacting your purchasing power right now. …

  By Kathrynn Ward on April 3, 2025
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  Is a Recession Brewing? What the Experts Are Saying-and How Gold Can Protect You

  Wall Street Whispers Are Getting LouderIf you’ve been paying attention to the financial headlines lately, you’ve probably heard it: the “R” word is back. Recession fears are growing louder-and this time, they're coming from the top. A March 2025 Deutsche Bank survey revealed that 84% of corporate CFOs believe a recession will hit by Q1 …

  By Kathrynn Ward on March 27, 2025
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  Utah Leads the Way: First State to Allow Gold and Silver Payments for Vendors

  In a historic move that could signal a shift in how states view sound money, Utah has passed a groundbreaking bill allowing state vendors to be paid in gold and silver. This decision, coupled with the state’s recent $60 million investment in physical precious metals, places Utah at the forefront of a growing movement to …

  By Kathrynn Ward on March 20, 2025
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  New U.S. Tariffs: What It Means for Markets and Consumers

  The United States recently imposed new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, a move aimed at addressing trade imbalances and national security concerns. While these tariffs are meant to encourage domestic production, they have sparked significant market volatility, led to retaliatory measures from affected countries, and created new economic pressures for American businesses …

  By Kathrynn Ward on March 6, 2025
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  What Would a Fort Knox Gold Audit Reveal? Potential Outcomes and Impact on Gold Prices and the U.S. Dollar

  For decades, Fort Knox has been a symbol of American financial stability, housing what the U.S. Treasury claims to be 147 million troy ounces of gold. However, with no full audit conducted since the 1950s, skepticism has grown over whether these reserves are truly intact. A comprehensive audit of Fort Knox would be a historic …

  By Kathrynn Ward on February 27, 2025