It's an interesting thought that the greatest threat to gold and silver investment might not be the possibility of losing on the speculation, but the government taking it away from you. It's a thought that I've found few want to even think about, let alone discuss. [Let's take this opportunity to do just that.] Words: 1800
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Almost 3.8 Million Views – and Counting! Why U.S. Debt & Budget Will NEVER Balance (+5K Views)
This short video - on the sustainability of government spending - should be watched by everyone, including those not yet old enough to vote. It should be shown in every high school and college classroom.
Read More »Currencies Come – and Go: A History (+5K Views)
History clearly shows that when it comes to currencies black swans do happen as the average lifespan of a currency is just 27 years. As such, investors should study currency history and, as part of a smart portfolio, they should protect their hard earned wealth and savings in a defensive fashion. The infographic below documents the history of currency in 10 different countries of significance.
Read More »Silver Is THE Antidote to Bubble Craziness – Here’s Why (+3K Views)
Silver in early 2018 is inexpensive compared to M3, National Debt, government expenditures, the Dow and gold.
Read More »Derivatives: Their Origin, Evolvement and Eventual Corruption – Got Gold! (+5K Views)
The term “derivative” has become a dirty, if not evil word. So much of what ails our global financial system has been laid-at-the-feet of this misunderstood, mischaracterized term – derivatives. The purpose of this paper is to outline the origin, growth and ultimately the corruption of the derivatives market – and explain how something originally designed to provide economic utility has morphed into a tool of abusive, manipulative economic tyranny. Words: 3355
Read More »Will Hyperinflation Happen in America? Here Are Economic & Political Worst Case Scenarios (+8K Views)
I have been reading a lot lately about the coming hyperinflation in America... [and while] I respect many of the writers [who express that opinion] I think they are jumping the gun. At this point none of the economic or political factors required to set off hyperinflation are present - and a careful analysis of theory, fact, and history leads me to conclude that inflation/stagflation is our future. It is quite a leap of fancy to say we are certain to have hyperinflation. Words: 2780
Read More »History Says Global Debt Levels Will Lead to Another Crisis (+2K Views)
Analysts at Deutsche Bank recently released an extensive study that demonstrates the link between debt and crisis. One chart in particular screamed for attention.
Read More »Silver Trend Is Inevitable In Its Outcome – Here’s Why (+3K Views)
Supply and demand trends are clearly poised to continue tightening the silver market and when the next crisis hits the silver price will be significantly impacted by this trend. It may not happen this year, but the 20,000-foot view of this market says a crunch is on the way. It’s supply/demand 101.
Read More »Frustrated By the Comatose Silver Price? Don’t Be. Here’s Why (+3K Views)
Frustrated by the comatose silver price? Tired of it going nowhere and being held down? Well, history has a message for you: This trading behavior is normal. Furthermore, similar scenarios from the past say the next price explosion is on the way.
Read More »Crypto-currencies Will Never Replace Gold as Your Financial Hedge – Here’s Why (+3K Views)
It seems that more and more people justify investing in crypto-currencies — even at current record prices — by claiming that they’re an effective hedge against the instability of fiat currencies but is that true?
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