Lear Capital Blog

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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
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  Elon Musk Proposes Audit of U.S. Gold Reserves: Trump Says His Administration Will Check

  The mystery surrounding the U.S. gold reserves at Fort Knox has long been a subject of speculation, but recently, Elon Musk, the entrepreneur and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has reignited the debate. Musk expressed interest in auditing the famed gold storage facility earlier this week to verify the status of its vast gold reserves-estimated …

  By Kathrynn Ward on February 19, 2025
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  Gold Hits Record Highs as Central Banks Stockpile: How to Protect Your Wealth from a Declining Dollar

  Gold has recently surged to an all-time high, surpassing $2,900 per ounce, driven by a combination of economic uncertainty, central bank demand, and inflationary pressures. Investors worldwide are turning to gold as a hedge against currency devaluation, market volatility, and geopolitical risks. These ongoing conflicts and supply chain disruptions have fueled a flight to safe-haven …

  By Kathrynn Ward on February 13, 2025
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  Trade Wars, Tariffs, and Record Gold Prices

  This year President Donald Trump has taken decisive action to protect American interests through the implementation of strategic tariffs. These measures aim to bolster domestic industries, safeguard national security, and address pressing issues such as illegal immigration and drug trafficking. These policies are designed to strengthen the U.S. economy, but they have also introduced a …

  By Kathrynn Ward on February 6, 2025
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  New Report: 6 Economic Headwinds and $4,200 Gold

  The economy is navigating turbulent waters, with a convergence of financial challenges that could propel gold into a historic rally. As markets grapple with rising interest rates, record government debt, and increasing corporate bankruptcies, investors are seeking stability in assets that have withstood the test of time. Our latest report, “6 Economic Headwinds and $4,200 …

  By Kathrynn Ward on January 30, 2025