From Reagan to Covid: The Factors Behind America’s $36.51 Trillion Debt

A perennial inquiry among financial circles—from bitcoin enthusiasts to gold stalwarts—centers on the U.S. national debt’s vertiginous climb to $36.51 trillion by Feb. 22, 2025. Contrary to the specious assertions of certain commentators who simplistically blame tax reductions, the crux lies in three interlocking forces: expansive fiscal outlays, unrelenting shortfalls between revenue and expenditures, and … Read more

Gold Hits Record High Amid Trade War Fears

Gold prices reached a record high on Feb. 20, driven by fears of a global trade war due to U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff threats, which increased safe-haven demand for the metal. Spot gold rose to $2,936.38 an ounce, with an earlier peak of $2,954.69, marking its tenth record high this year. U.S. gold futures … Read more

Bitcoin ETFs Steal Gold’s Shine

The price of gold has shot up nearly 45% since February 2024 to $2,927.10 per ounce according to gold.org, but Bloomberg exchange-traded fund (ETF) Analyst Eric Balchunas says “No one cares,” in a post on X. Indeed, gold ETFs have virtually stalled within that same timeframe, while spot bitcoin ETFs have amassed more than $40 … Read more

Don’t Trust, Verify: Senator Rand Paul Proposes an Audit of Fort Knox’s Gold

During an online exchange involving news outlet Zerohedge and D.O.G.E. head Elon Musk, Rand Paul explained that Fort Knox’s gold reserves weren’t audited yearly. Paul proposed to help Musk conduct this audit and verify that the purported $425 billion worth of gold is still held there. A Golden Opportunity: Senator Rand Paul Proposes to Audit … Read more

Peter Schiff Calls Gold Sell-Off a Huge Mistake—Rising Inflation ‘Very Bullish’ for Gold

Peter Schiff warns inflation is accelerating and the Fed is failing, arguing gold is poised to soar as real interest rates fall and economic instability grows. Peter Schiff Sounds Alarm on Inflation and Economic Instability Economist and gold advocate Peter Schiff has issued a stark warning about inflation, arguing that the Federal Reserve’s response is … Read more

Gold Hits New Peak; Peter Schiff Questions Bitcoin’s ‘Digital Gold’ Claim

On Tuesday, February 11, gold prices hit an all-time high of $2,942.70 per ounce amid concerns over President Trump’s tariff announcement. Gold Holds Onto ‘Safe Haven’ Status On Feb. 11, gold prices surged to $2,942.70 per ounce, a new all-time high, amid concerns that U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariff announcement could trigger a global … Read more

Bitcoin’s Gains Lag Behind Gold as Trump’s Trade Policies Drive Safe Haven Demand

Bitcoin has struggled to keep pace with gold in 2025, as geopolitical instability and Trump’s trade war policies push investors toward traditional safe-haven assets. Gold Outperforming Bitcoin in 2025 Bitcoin, which outperformed most asset classes last year, is now lagging behind gold, as investors flock to stability amid growing geopolitical tensions. According to a recent … Read more

World Gold Council: Central Banks, Investors Drive Gold Demand to All-Time High

In 2024, global gold demand reached its highest level on record, propelled by steady central bank acquisitions and heightened investment activity, the World Gold Council reported during the first week of February 2025. Gold Prices Hit 40 Record Highs in 2024 as Demand Continues to Soar Overall annual gold demand, including over-the-counter (OTC) transactions, climbed … Read more

Gold Prices Break $2,900 as the West Takes Cover From Tariff Turmoil

Gold prices have broken records once again, inching closer to the $3,000 key level. This phenomenon has been accompanied by an unusual movement of physical gold to COMEX vaults, as investors cling to tangible assets amidst the current geopolitical backdrop. Gold Keeps Shining, Breaks All-Time High Prices Once Again Gold has proven again that is … Read more