Category Archives: Let’s Get Physical

Why not? Op-Ed columns, legislative decisions, news and economic and precious metals commentary from around the nation and around the world. Wall Street and the Federal Reserve be damned! All the reasons under the sun and the darkness of a moonless night – as to why YOU need to have precious metals in YOUR possession – ’cause some day it’s going to rain – and precious metals will become your safe harbor in an economic storm.

Garrison: A Silver Journey, a Personal Post

When I was a kid, I searched for empty Coke bottles that could be found discarded along roadsides. In the 1960s they were worth a couple of cents, and so I gathered up what I could carry and cashed them … Continue reading

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What Are the Gold Price Predictions for 2026?

Here’s what some experts are expecting. Gold prices spiked in October, reaching a new record high of over $4,300 per ounce. And while they’ve declined slightly since that point, the yellow metal is still selling at significantly higher prices than … Continue reading

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14 Reasons Silver Isn’t Second Place to Gold When It Comes to Investing

Why are seasoned investors bidding farewell to gold and embracing silver? Historically, gold has been seen as a more valuable investment than silver, with 24% of Americans saying gold is the strongest investment. But that doesn’t mean silver isn’t without … Continue reading

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Renewed Interest in Physical Gold Among Investors Amid Economic Uncertainty

Some investors are showing a renewed interest in physical gold. Reports indicate that wealthy individuals and institutions are buying more gold and using secure storage methods. This trend may reflect concerns about future economic conditions. Analysts continue to observe these … Continue reading

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Farm Bankruptcy Surge Forces Trump Into $14bn Bailout Plan to Save His Voters’ Livelihoods and Keep Food on Tables

Low crop prices, high input costs could hurt corn and soybean farmers Farmers — a key voting bloc that helped propel President Donald Trump back to the White House in the 2024 election — are struggling. In the past three … Continue reading

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US Added 911K Fewer Jobs Over Past Year Than First Reported

The U.S. economy added 911,000 fewer jobs over the 12 months ending in March than the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) initially reported, according to data released by the besieged agency Tuesday. In a widely anticipated reevaluation of employment data, … Continue reading

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Gold Could Near $5,000 if Investors Flee Treasuries

Emerging-market central banks have been active buyers since the freezing of Russian reserves in 2022 underscored the vulnerability of foreign-exchange holdings. Goldman Sachs said gold prices are poised to extend their record-breaking rally through 2026, with the potential to climb … Continue reading

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Why Do People Obsess Over Gold Even When It Loses Value

Gold has always held a unique place in human history, symbolizing wealth, security, and power. Even today, investors and everyday people remain fascinated by it, often rushing to buy when markets feel uncertain. Yet gold is not immune to volatility, … Continue reading

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Hickman: Foreign Central Banks Now Own More Gold Than USD Proof That The Bureaucratic State Needs to Go

For centuries, the Byzantine Empire’s gold coin, known as the solidus, had been the backbone of global trade in the medieval world; nearly pure gold, the solidus was trusted by merchants from Baghdad to London. But by the 11th century, … Continue reading

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14 Reasons Silver Might Be a Smarter Investment Than Gold

Historically, gold has been seen as a more valuable investment than silver, with 24% of Americans saying gold is the strongest investment. But that doesn’t mean silver isn’t without its benefits. While it can be seen as volatile, particularly over … Continue reading

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