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On Friday, Peter joined Artur Kalbarczyk for a wide-ranging conversation about the Federal Reserve’s next moves, the “time bomb” of U.S. government debt, and why he believes inflation will keep surging in 2025. Despite market expectations that the Fed will leave rates unchanged at its upcoming meeting, Peter sees plenty of monetary danger on the […]
In a bold move that signals a shift towards private sector-driven innovation, President Donald Trump has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative that promises to reshape America’s financial landscape. The announcement of a $500 billion investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s pursuit of AI dominance and economic growth.
On Friday, Peter went live to discuss the first trading week of Donald Trump’s second term. Throughout the episode, he describes the dangers of excessive consumption and how global investment in AI might sedate the economy in the short run. He also explains the recent drop in the U.S. dollar and gives his unfiltered take […]
Trump’s sweeping executive orders set shockwaves through the markets in week one of his second presidency. What’s happening to inflation and gold prices? Gold closed this week at $2,775 (up $70) and silver at $30.60 (up $0.15). Joel gives the full price commentary at 11:03.
This analysis attempts to look at different metrics to understand the current momentum in the gold and silver markets. It is meant as an analysis on potential price direction in the very short-term (a few weeks to 1-2 months).
China’s central bank moved on multiple fronts this week and last in an effort to shore up its currency, the yuan, which has languished near a 16-month low relative to the dollar. Authorities announced plans to park more U.S. dollars in Hong Kong, increase offshore borrowing limits for companies, and cautioned investors against speculative activity. […]
On Tuesday, Peter went live with analysis of this week’s major events. Most notably, he comments on Joe Biden’s controversial final acts as president and on Trump’s return to the Oval Office. He also analyzes the prospects for Trump’s second term and bashes the newly-inaugurated president for promoting a new cryptocurrency bearing his name.
Critics of the Fed are well-versed in arguments against central banking. It enables reckless spending and creates monetary confusion, and it distorts prices for consumers. History also reveals another troubling result of central banking: more frequent and deadlier war.
In times of economic hardship, like today, politicians often take aim at the wealthy entrepreneurship class, usually employing the rhetoric of socialists like Marx. Rather than blame the rich for their economic woes, the American people should aim their ire at those responsible: profligate spenders in Washington and their cronies.
Conventional wisdom says that the government can help (or is even required to) stimulate the economy, especially during a recession. As mounting evidence grows for a recession happening right now, it’s worth examining how this conventional wisdom is completely wrong and backwards. The government is typically the primary cause of recessions.
