Weekly Headlines
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A Strong Economy? It Depends Where You Look
Some of the numbers suggest the U.S. economy is holding up surprisingly well. But Americans are still contending with elevated prices, expensive borrowing and a softer job market. That disconnect helps explain why an economy that can look strong on paper may feel very different at the kitchen table.
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Could Silver Also Be Ready for Its Next Move?
Silver has fallen sharply from its January highs, but this analyst believes the metal's longer-term story is far from over. Silver remains in a global supply deficit, its industrial applications continue to span everything from electronics to medical technology, and Morris argues that a move higher in gold could give silver an additional boost. silver could be entering the early stages of its next move higher.
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Economist Says the Long-Term Case for Gold Is Getting Stronger
AEI economist Desmond Lachman says several major forces are lining up in gold's favor, including mounting government debt, inflation concerns and growing pressure across global bond markets. With many of the world's largest economies facing fiscal challenges at the same time, traditional alternatives to U.S. Treasuries may be harder to find, potentially strengthening gold's appeal as a store of value.
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Global Bond Selloff Sends New Warning
The pressure in bond markets is spreading well beyond the U.S. 10-year Treasury. The 30-year Treasury yield has now climbed above 5.5%, while government borrowing costs in Germany and the U.K. have also reached levels not seen in years. Rising oil prices are adding fresh inflation concerns, creating another obstacle for lower interest rates. With mortgages, business loans and other borrowing costs influenced by these markets, the effects could continue filtering through the broader economy.
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"Bond King" Warns Higher Rates Could Push the U.S. Toward Recession
Jeff Gundlach, CEO of DoubleLine Capital and one of the investors who warned about the subprime mortgage crisis, says persistently high interest rates could create growing stress across the economy and financial markets. He points to rising borrowing costs, inflation pressures and vulnerabilities in areas such as private credit and AI-related stocks as risks worth watching.
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China's Gold Imports Top 1,000 Tons
China's gold imports have already surpassed 1,000 tons this year, exceeding the country's total imports for all of 2025. Strong domestic investment demand, a firmer yuan and lower international gold prices have helped drive the surge in purchases.
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China's U.S. Treasury Holdings Fall to an 18-Year Low
China has steadily reduced its exposure to U.S. Treasuries, with its holdings recently reaching their lowest level in 18 years. The trend raises questions about changing global demand for U.S. government debt at a time when America's borrowing needs remain elevated.
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