Money & Metals Brief

Several major global banks have recently raised their 2026 gold price forecasts, with some projecting prices as high as around $7,000 an ounce or more based on ongoing macro risks and sustained demand.

Escalating tensions involving Iran are contributing to higher energy prices, adding renewed pressure to global inflation. As fuel and transportation costs rise, concerns about purchasing power and economic stability are resurfacing. Energy shocks have historically had a direct impact on consumer costs and market confidence.

Understanding the U.S. push to diversify supply chains-and why metals like silver may see rising demand What Is Project Vault? The U.S. government has launched a major new initiative called Project Vault, a roughly $12 billion strategic stockpile of critical minerals designed to reduce dependence on foreign supply chains, particularly China's dominance in rare earths …

Why the Recent Run Isn't the End - It's a Milestone in a Broader Trend Gold and silver prices have captured the market's attention with remarkable strength. Gold recently surged above $4,800 per ounce, and silver also hit above $90 per ounce. Both are driven by heightened safe-haven demand and structural market forces. These aren't …

As investors look ahead to 2026, silver is increasingly being shaped by global forces that go beyond traditional supply-and-demand dynamics. Two developments in particular - China's evolving approach to silver exports amid broader currency shifts and market responses to recent events tied to Venezuela - are drawing attention to silver's recent run. These trends also …

Most Americans don't think about global trade settlement, currency pricing, or international banking systems, and that's understandable. For decades, the U.S. dollar handled that work behind the scenes, helping keep prices relatively stable at home. But that system is starting to change. China is making two major moves at the same time. Separately, they sound …

The holiday season is here. A time when many of us look for gifts that feel meaningful, lasting, and thoughtful. While toys, electronics, and trendy items come and go, some gifts stand the test of time. That's why some families are turning to gold and silver as holiday presents this year. Whether you're shopping for …

Silver just received one of the most important upgrades a commodity can get in the United States. Our government has now officially classified it as a Critical Mineral. This transformation, under the U.S. Department of the Interior, first proposed adding silver to the critical list in August 2025 when the draft version was released for …

The global economy is sending mixed but unmistakable signals. While headlines often paint a picture of stability, the underlying data tells a more complicated story, one shaped by slowing U.S. growth, widening economic inequality, aggressive foreign gold accumulation, and growing frustration from leaders in finance and business. Put together, these trends point to one conclusion: …

The U.S. federal government has now been closed for more than 36 days, making it the longest shutdown on record. Services are disrupted, federal employees and contractors are affected, and the ripple effects extend to the broader economy. A Major Data Blackout Key agencies like the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Bureau of …

A Second Rate Cut Amid a Data Blackout Investors witnessed another pivotal moment yesterday as the Federal Reserve announced its second rate cut of the year, lowering borrowing costs by a quarter percentage point. The move brings interest rates below 4% for the first time since late 2022, a decision that's already sparking renewed interest …