On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes s joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Managing Director and Global Head of Research, to examine rising concerns in the rapidly expanding private credit market.
The Stock Market May Be More Fragile Than it Looks
Several underlying pressures are beginning to build across the stock market, even as some headlines focus on short-term moves. One signal that something may be out of balance is stock...
Diehl: Strait of Hormuz “Cautionary Tale,” “Out” of Mag 7 Except NVDA & AMZN
U.S. Money Reserve President, Philip Diehl, is skeptical the two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran will even hold due to the stark differences between goals. He explains how the situation surrounding the Strait of Hormuz serves as a "cautionary tale" for other...
Stacked for Stability: Where Gold Fits in Modern Banking
On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Managing Director and Global Head of Research, to examine how evolving banking regulations could reshape gold’s role in the global financial system.
As Oil Eyes $200 per Barrel, Economic Risks Spread Beyond Energy
The global economy is under mounting pressure as oil prices surge in in the wake of the escalating Iranian conflict. Analysts warn that as the conflict drags on, deepening oil shortages could drive prices significantly higher, with some scenarios pointing toward prices as high as $200 per barrel. The impact of the surge is already being felt at the pump, where higher gasoline prices are cutting into monthly budgets and reducing consumer spending.
Window of Opportunity: A Strategic Entry Point for Gold
On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Managing Director and Global Head of Research, to examine gold’s recent price drop and what it signals for buyers focused on the long term.
Inflation Near 3% and Slowing Growth Raise Stagflation Concerns
The U.S. economy is in a fragile state as rising geopolitical tensions and higher energy costs begin to ripple through everyday life. Major financial institutions are steadily raising their expectations for a major downturn. Moody’s...
War Likely to ‘Extend Much Further’, Why Metals are Falling
President of U.S. Money Reserve, Philip Diehl, looks at what’s behind the recent weakness in metals markets. Hope has driven the overall market through its “remarkable bull run” and some of the steam is coming out now, he says. “I think this war is likely to extend...
Gold’s Path Forward: Interest Rates and the Bigger Picture
On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, to examine how interest rate policy, inflation pressures, and global uncertainty are shaping gold’s outlook.
Recession Odds Near 50% as Economy Weakens and Oil Spikes
Fresh government data is reshaping the economic picture in early 2026, revealing a slower and more fragile backdrop than previously understood. Revised figures show that U.S. growth expanded at just a 0.7% annual rate in the final quarter of 2025, sharply...
Oil Pressure: Energy Markets and Gold
On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, to examine how the effects of surging oil prices and geopolitical tension are beginning to ripple through the global economy.
Iran Conflict Adds New Strain to Global Economy
Conflict around the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted one of the most important energy routes in the world, a waterway responsible for roughly one-fifth of global oil flows. Analysts warn that as much as 20 million barrels of daily supply have already...











