Lear Capital Blog

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  Dimon, Deficits & De-Dollarization: The Long-Standing Role of Gold in Uncertain Times

  The global economy is sending mixed but unmistakable signals. While headlines often paint a picture of stability, the underlying data tells a more complicated story, one shaped by slowing U.S. growth, widening economic inequality, aggressive foreign gold accumulation, and growing frustration from leaders in finance and business. Put together, these trends point to one conclusion: …

  By Kathrynn Ward on November 20, 2025
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  America's Longest Shutdown: Why Gold and Silver Could Be the Smartest Move Right Now

  The U.S. federal government has now been closed for more than 36 days, making it the longest shutdown on record. Services are disrupted, federal employees and contractors are affected, and the ripple effects extend to the broader economy. A Major Data Blackout Key agencies like the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Bureau of …

  By Kathrynn Ward on November 6, 2025
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  Fed Cuts Rates Again, But This Time, They're Flying Blind

  A Second Rate Cut Amid a Data Blackout Investors witnessed another pivotal moment yesterday as the Federal Reserve announced its second rate cut of the year, lowering borrowing costs by a quarter percentage point. The move brings interest rates below 4% for the first time since late 2022, a decision that's already sparking renewed interest …

  By Kathrynn Ward on October 30, 2025
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  Christmas in October? The Market Just Handed Investors a Big Fat Present: The Opportunity to “Buy the Dip”

  Why Gold and Silver Pulled Back, and Why the Long-Term Outlook Still Looks Bright Gold and silver have weathered countless ups and downs throughout history, and time and again, they've come back stronger. From inflationary spikes to financial crises, these metals have a proven record of rebounding after short-term pullbacks. The October correction is no …

  By Kathrynn Ward on October 23, 2025
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  Are Certificates of Deposit (CDs) Quietly Costing You Money?

  Are Your CDs Keeping Up With Inflation? If your Certificate of Deposit (CD) has recently matured, or is about to, it's a good time to take a closer look at how your savings are performing. CDs have long been viewed as a "safe" place to park cash, but in today's inflationary environment, safety can come …

  By Kathrynn Ward on October 16, 2025