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In this episode, Craig Hemke sits down with Stephanie Pomboy of MacroMavens to discuss the critical challenges facing the U.S. economy and their implications for gold and silver markets. Is the Fed’s “higher for longer” interest rate policy sustainable, or are we nearing a tipping point for financial instability? They explore the pressures of rising debt service costs, a strained corporate sector, and the potential for renewed quantitative easing. Discover how gold’s stellar performance in 2024 reflects growing concerns over fiscal deficits and the potential for monetary intervention. Plus, find out why the BRICS nations’ moves in global finance could further strengthen gold’s position as a cornerstone of the world economy. Is this a time for caution or a golden opportunity for investors?

Tavi Costa discusses the potential implications of Scott Bessent’s appointment as Treasury Secretary under Donald Trump, expressing skepticism about the market’s initial reaction to the pick. Bessent has recently been bullish gold, calling it is largest position. Costa argues that the negative sentiment surrounding Bessent, particularly in the gold market, overlooks the broader macroeconomic shifts he may bring about, including a possible realignment of the global monetary system. Costa also explores the potential for a devaluation of the U.S. dollar, noting that Bessent’s policies could contribute to a shift in fiscal and monetary strategies.

The real economic crash happens after the Federal Reserve rate cuts, says ‪@GeorgeGammon‬, investor, entrepreneur and macroeconomics expert. “When you look at the yield curve, the crash rarely occurs when the curve is inverted,” Gammon tells Kitco News anchor Jeremy Szafron on the sidelines of the New Orleans Investment Conference. “It usually occurs after the Fed starts dropping rates, and that’s what makes the curve steepen out.” Gammon explains the impact of Federal Reserve rate cuts and gives his outlook on inflation and the U.S. economy under Trump’s administration. Gammon provides in-depth analysis on historical economic trends and current market conditions, emphasizing the importance of risk management and potential investment strategies. “The end game, if you just fast forward a year or two, is rarely a re-acceleration of consumer prices. It’s usually disinflation. That’s followed by an acceleration of inflation due to the response mechanism from the central planners,” Gammon says.

Martin talks the democratic party collapsing, neocons escalating war with Russia, martial law not likely to occur, eliminating income tax, tariffs being a brain dead decision, bitcoin, and much more.

With over 40 years of Wall Street experience and known for correctly predicting the 1987 market crash, Peter Grandich joined the Julia La Roche Show (Ep. 214) to discuss America’s unsustainable debt path, the BRICS nations’ challenge to U.S. dominance, his concerns about a coming debt implosion, and why “less is more” should be the guiding principle for both personal and government finances, while also sharing a powerful personal story about forgiveness and mental health.

Lawrence Lepard, Managing Partner of Equity Management Associates, gives his outlook for Bitcoin, gold, stocks, and bond markets for 2025.

In this episode, Andy interviews John Williams from Shadow Stats about the current state of inflation and the Consumer Price Index (CPI). They discuss the impact of recent weather events on the economy, historical changes to CPI calculations, and the real inflation rates compared to the official figures. John Williams explains the risks of a high inflationary recession and suggests holding physical gold as a hedge. He also shares his perspectives on the Federal Reserve’s actions, the potential for hyperinflation, and the need for stability in the banking system. This video dives deep into the complexities of economic indicators and the broader implications for consumers and investors alike.

Bob Moriarty is the founder of 321gold.com, a popular website which features articles, editorial opinions, pricing figures and updates on current events affecting precious metals. Previously, Moriarty was a Marine F-4B and O-1 pilot with more than 820 missions in Vietnam. He holds 14 international aviation records. He is the author of Nobody Knows Anything and Basic Investing in Resource Stocks.

Gold as an investment and savings mechanism is ignored by 99.5% of the U.S. market, says Rick Rule, President & CEO of Rule Investment Media. “Gold doesn’t need to whip the U.S. dollar; gold doesn’t need to break the Treasury market,” Rule tells Kitco News anchor Jeremy Szafron on the sidelines of the New Orleans Investment Conference. “All it has to do is revert to mean. Then, the market share in the U.S. market grows fourfold. Can you imagine what a fourfold increase in demand for gold and gold stocks do to the gold price?” Rule dives into the U.S. debt crisis, potential solutions, and President-elect Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency. He also shares his commodity picks for 2025 and beyond, weighing in on oil, gas, uranium, and copper.

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