Weekly Money & Metals Brief

Eric Sprott began investing in precious metals in the 1980s, and Forbes reports his gold and silver bets have helped grow his net worth to more than $3 billion. Today, roughly 98% of his fortune is tied to precious metals.

He reportedly called gold especially attractive on a pullback, adding to the case for tangible assets in today's economy.

Silver jumped as much as 7% to nearly $86 an ounce, reaching a two-month high as U.S.-Iran peace talks stalled. Analysts note that silver's technical outlook has improved, and are watching whether a breakout could open the door to the $90 level.

Gold and silver are increasingly being treated as more than commodities. Across the country, more states are moving to recognize precious metals as legal tender or legal money in some form. At the same time, some states are mimicking the activity of central banks and beginning to accumulate gold as part of reserve structures and …

Lear Capital is proud to introduce a striking new silver release: the 1.5 oz Silver Eagle Coin, a Lear Capital exclusive that reflects our continued commitment to offering customers distinctive, premium precious metals products. Crafted in .999 fine silver, weighing a full 1.50 troy ounces and IRA eligible, this coin stands out from more traditional …

Tax season has a way of making people pay closer attention to what they keep and what they lose. First, you work for your income. Then a portion of that income goes to taxes. But for many Americans, that is not the only hit. What is left behind can quietly lose buying power over time …

Americans were already feeling stretched. Now, a new inflation warning is making that pressure harder to ignore. According to a recent CNBC report, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development now expects U.S. inflation to reach 4.2% in 2026, far above the Federal Reserve's 2.7% estimate. That is a major gap, and it shows just …

Gold's recent drop has rattled Americans who look to precious metals as a source of stability during uncertain times. On the surface, the move has been surprising. Gold fell hard even as geopolitical tensions, oil shocks, and global instability intensified. For many people, that seems backward. Gold is supposed to rise when the world gets …

For decades, central banks around the world have steadily accumulated gold as a way to protect against currency risk, inflation, and financial instability. Now, a similar trend is quietly emerging much closer to home. A small but growing number of U.S. states are beginning to treat gold not just as a commodity, but as a …

Recent economic headlines have painted a confusing picture of the U.S. economy. On one hand, stock markets remain strong, consumer spending continues to rise, and unemployment is relatively low. On the other hand, many Americans say they feel financially squeezed by rising costs for housing, groceries, and everyday necessities. Economists increasingly describe this phenomenon as …

Geopolitical conflicts often carry economic consequences that extend far beyond the region where they occur. The developing conflict involving Iran in 2026 is already raising concerns among economists and market analysts about energy prices, inflation, and potential pressure on the global economy. While the situation is still evolving, many analysts are closely watching how disruptions …

The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) is often called Wall Street's "fear gauge." It represents the market's expectation of stock market volatility over the next 30 days, based on prices of options tied to the S&P 500 index. Higher values mean traders expect bigger price swings; lower values suggest calmer markets. In practical terms: When the …