July 2016
Déjà Rear View or Who’s Subprime Now?
The debt bomb that blew our lives apart in 2008 was fueled by trillions in subprime loans. Now lenders are at it again.
Stocks, Gold and Today’s Defensively Diversified Portfolio
Traditional wisdom has often positioned gold in opposition to stocks, and safety in opposition to profit. But in these perilous times do we need to reexamine the meaning of risk?
Already Sinking, Venezuela Cuts Loose its Last Lifeboat—Gold
Boxed in by a collapsing economy, skyrocketing inflation and a starving population, Venezuela's government is giving up its last tangible asset.
Seasonal Slump Moderated by Demand for the Wrong Kind of Gold
Fear of fundamental banking instability is driving investors to seek security in a well-known safe haven. Too bad it has no protection to offer.
Why a President Trump Could Make Gold Skyrocket
You probably feel strongly about who the next president should be. But your concern for your retirement should trump even politics.
Saving Our Future from Our Debt Addiction
We've all robbed Peter to pay Paul. But what happens when Peter comes to collect?
The Still-hidden Treasure of the Flor de Mar
60 tons of gold and 200 chests of jewels, including diamonds the size of a man’s fist—all lost due to the arrogance and vainglory of one man.
UK Citizens Flock to Gold in the Wake of Brexit
For Americans, Brexit may seem like little more than an intra-continental squabble. But for those at ground zero the financial panic is real, and may yet land on our shores.