Alexander Smith

This article explores Switzerland’s dominance in gold refining, the sudden U.S. tariff shock, and how BRICS nations and alternative hubs could reshape the future of the global gold trade.

This article unpacks the hidden mechanics of modern banking, revealing how commercial banks create money out of nothing through credit issuance. It traces the evolution from fractional reserve theory to the revolutionary credit creation theory, exposing how credit expansion—not savings—drives asset booms, inflation, and systemic risk.

Let's unpack the historic plunge, the policy twist behind it, and why copper remains one of the most strategic and contested resources for the decades ahead.

Geopolitical risk is no longer a background concern, it’s a central force reshaping global markets. This article unpacks how political instability, trade wars, and regional conflicts are influencing capital flows, supply chains, and investment strategies in real time.

The global race for rare earths is intensifying. China, long the dominant supplier, has reopened the export taps — but geopolitical pressure, smuggling, and insurgent-backed mining in Myanmar are complicating the picture. With rare earths vital to everything from EVs to defense systems, Western governments and corporations are scrambling to secure independent supply chains. From Apple’s $500M deal with MP Materials to China’s covert stockpiling, this is no longer just about trade — it’s about global leverage.

Wall Street just made its boldest move since 2008. Broker/dealers have loaded up on debt securities and repos at a historic pace—signaling they’re bracing for a major market correction.

Marc Faber warns that a second Trump presidency could trigger the first U.S. default in history, as rising debt, protectionism, and a weakening dollar converge.

This article explores the ripple effects of Congo’s extended cobalt export ban and why it could reshape global supply chains for years to come. With demand accelerating and policy-driven volatility rising, Western governments and companies are now racing to secure ethical, domestic cobalt sources. Featuring expert insights from CMOC and Open Mineral, and a spotlight on U.S. and Canadian production efforts, we reveal how this critical mineral is becoming a new geopolitical fault line in the battery-powered future.

As AI and data centers compete for cheap power, aluminum and copper smelters in North America and Europe face soaring costs and uncertain futures. Industry leaders warn that smelter closures will tighten metal supply chains and increase dependence on foreign producers, undermining the West’s green transition and industrial security. Without urgent policy shifts and massive renewable buildouts, the clash between digital growth and critical materials production could reshape global trade and threaten thousands of industrial jobs.

Nomi Prins unpacks the dangerous new alliance forming between the public and private sectors—one that could redefine markets, control capital, and permanently distort price signals. This conversation dives deep into the post-pandemic economy, asset bubbles, de-dollarization, and the elite's monetary endgame.

This post unpacks the history of the U.S. Consumer Sentiment Report, how it evolved into a key market-moving indicator, and what high or low readings historically mean for equities, bonds, and commodities. It’s a must-read for investors seeking a macro edge.

David Hunter predicts an economic collapse in 2025—but not before an unprecedented melt-up in stocks, commodities, and precious metals. Here’s why he believes the next six months will deliver euphoria followed by devastation—and what investors should watch for now.

Stablecoins are no longer just crypto sidekicks. With billions parked in U.S. Treasuries, they're becoming pivotal players in global finance—and potential shock absorbers for U.S. debt markets.

Gold’s breakout has reignited investor interest in the TSX Venture, triggering large financings and renewed momentum across junior mining stocks. As majors generate record free cash flow, a new wave of M&A may be about to begin.

The NASDAQ soared past 20,000 earlier this year, fueled by AI mania and tech euphoria — but history warns that every peak comes at a price. This is the gripping story of how the NASDAQ builds and breaks fortunes in cycles of boom, bust, and rebirth.

Tracing gold's 5,000-year history as the ultimate symbol of enduring value and power, this article explains its monetary significance and why central banks are accumulating it at record rates today.

This post traces the rise of the U.S. Treasury market to become the heart of global finance and explores the potential systemic risks emerging from rapidly increasing U.S. national debt.

This article highlights four major Canadian gold mining companies (Barrick Gold, Agnico Eagle Mines, Alamos Gold, B2Gold) detailing their key global assets and production outlook. It emphasizes how their operations, combined with Canada's stability, position them strongly to benefit from the current gold bull market driven by high prices and economic uncertainty.