Are Interest Rates Going Up Sooner Than Expected?
The recent announcement from the Federal Reserve that it plans to shrink its balance sheet has got some investors nervous that interest rates may be about to significantly increase. This creates a substantial risk for those who are invested in rate-sensitive products, particularly ETFs and mutual funds that invest in companies that borrow extensively.
Ron Paul on Conflict in Korea and How It Could Affect Your Retirement
"The effects of such a war would be deeply felt by those seeking to save for the future, those hoping for a happy and uneventful retirement..." -Ron Paul
Geopolitical Factors Driving Gold Prices Higher
The economy is very much influenced by the events going on in the world. The Brexit vote, for example, caused both the pound and the euro to weaken considerably, and the dollar to grow stronger by comparison. The announcement of a federal interest rate hike is nearly always met with a decline in the stock market. Everywhere you look,...
Ron Paul On Conflicts in Syria
Ron Paul here. I want to inform you about the recent events in the Middle East and how that has reignited fears of a possible worldwide conflict. Read on...
End-of-April Government Shutdown Might Impact Economy and Personal Investments Immediately
It's not new knowledge that U.S. debt management is somewhat out of control, but amid so many urgent economic and geo-political stories, investors might not realize that the U.S. debt ceiling suspension expired as of March 16. With the clock — and the dollars — ticking away by the minute, Congress doesn't have a lot of time to act...
Thinking About Retiring Early? You May Be an Exception
The continuous pressure on pensions has forced many workers to reconsider retiring early or even retiring at 65 — the traditional date of retirement. Instead, they’re now being forced to retire at 70 due to reducing pension payouts and the increased cost of living.