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Sep262019

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The Mighty German Engine Is Sputtering—so Goes the Eurozone?

Europe has just posted downright dismal PMI (Purchasing Managers’ Index) numbers. The Purchasing Managers’ Index is a leading indicator of manufacturing activity and a carefully watched barometer of economic health. The latest PMI flash data that covers 19 countries in the European Union suggests that the eurozone could be moving closer to recession. A PMI reading above 50 generally suggests an economic expansion, while anything below 50 indicates a contraction. The monthly flash report for September (an advanced indicator) fell from…

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2019-09-26

Sep252019

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What You Can Learn from Stock Market Crashes

The infamous 1929 crash of the U.S. stock market heralded the economic meltdown that became known as the Great Depression. The turmoil of the Great Depression lasted 10 years, etching its place in history as the worst economic slump ever in the industrialized world. About half of the banks in the U.S. collapsed. Millions of…

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2019-09-25

Sep192019

Gold in America: Do You Live in a Gold-Rich State?

Swarms of people headed to California during the gold rush of the mid 1800s in search of great fortune. But did you know that gold has been found in every state in the U.S.? The Gold Bullion Act of 1985 directed the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue gold coins in $50, $25,…

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2019-09-19

Sep182019

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What Keeps Baby Boomers Awake at Night?

Baby boomers are the children of the Greatest Generation and most often defined as those born between 1946 and 1964 during the post–World War II baby boom that saw the U.S. population surge by more than 76 million. Boomers, however, have proven to be great in their own right. They’re a hardworking, entrepreneurial generation that…

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2019-09-18

Sep162019

Are You in Tune with the History of the Austrian Gold Philharmonic Coin?

You probably already know that few coins deliver the tour de force of design and history that the Austrian Gold Philharmonic Coin provides. But how much do you know about the coin’s history? For instance, did you know that a receptionist almost prevented the coin’s design from becoming a reality? Or that the pipe organ…

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2019-09-16

Sep112019

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Do Billionaires Buy Gold? You Bet.

Jeffrey Gundlach. Naguib Sawiris. Paul Tudor Jones. Sam Zell. Ray Dalio. Lord Jacob Rothschild. These are all billionaires who believe in the power of gold, but for different reasons. Some buy gold for portfolio diversification. Others buy gold as a way to preserve wealth. What can you learn from these billionaires? Follow along to find…

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2019-09-11

Sep52019

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Has U.S. Manufacturing Fired a Warning Shot?

In a year of dramatic stock volatility, trade struggles, profit worries, bond mayhem, and endless recession timelines, it’s easy to become immune to the various “dire” economic warnings that arise each week. But sometimes one indicator takes you by surprise. The Institute for Supply Management’s Manufacturing Index fell to 49.1 in August, the lowest level…

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2019-09-05

Aug292019

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Has the Fed Lost Its Mojo?

For over a year, the U.S.-China trade war has been daily water cooler talk at every big bank and investment firm from Wall Street to Main Street. And with good reason. It has created uncertainty and volatility—and by many accounts, it has reduced global growth to a crawl. Each new round of tariffs unnerves the…

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2019-08-29

Aug282019

Why Is the Bald Eagle on So Many Coins?

You already know that majestic imagery of the bald eagle graces many of our coins and that it’s also our national emblem. But did you know that the U.S. nearly missed out on incorporating the powerful bird into our nation’s official seal, the one and only “Great Seal”? It’s true. Many people toiled away at…

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2019-08-28

Aug262019

The Most Popular Gold Bar Questions, Answered

Answers to All Your Gold Bar Questions

For buyers of precious metals, few things compare to a gold bar—holding it is like gripping the weight of wealth and centuries of global fascination. It’s heavy stuff, in more ways than one. If you’re considering joining the “gold bar club,” you likely have a few questions. You’re not alone. These are the most common…

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2019-08-26

Aug222019

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If China Stumbles, Will the Global Economy Fall Down?

In October, the People’s Republic of China will turn 70 years old. It was established when the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) defeated the Nationalist Party during the Chinese Civil War (1945–1949). Mao Zedong, the leader of the PLA, formally declared the creation of a “democratic dictatorship” on October 1, 1949, and went on

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2019-08-22

Aug222019

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Could the Next Presidential Election Tip the Economic Scale?

If you follow the news at all—and we’re sure you do—you’ve heard about an election coming up in 2020. You’ve also heard about rising fears of a recession. The already contentious presidential election and the increasingly worrisome economy appear to be on a collision course. Unfortunately, no one has a crystal ball that can precisely…

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2019-08-22

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The Mighty German Engine Is Sputtering—so Goes the Eurozone?

What You Can Learn from Stock Market Crashes

Gold in America: Do You Live in a Gold-Rich State?

What Keeps Baby Boomers Awake at Night?

Are You in Tune with the History of the Austrian Gold Philharmonic Coin?

Do Billionaires Buy Gold? You Bet.

Has U.S. Manufacturing Fired a Warning Shot?

Has the Fed Lost Its Mojo?

Why Is the Bald Eagle on So Many Coins?

Answers to All Your Gold Bar Questions

If China Stumbles, Will the Global Economy Fall Down?

Could the Next Presidential Election Tip the Economic Scale?

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