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What Actually Causes Inflation | Steve Hanke
Oil shocks grab headlines, but Steve Hanke says they do not cause inflation. Hanke explains why money supply growth matters far more, why the 1970s are widely misunderstood, and why he believes the United States is likely heading toward more inflation, not less.

Small Caps Have Rarely Looked This Cheap Relative To Large Caps
Small-cap stocks have now trailed large caps for five straight years, matching one of the longest stretches of underperformance in recent market history.

The Panic Premium | M&A Activity About to Surge
The last gold bull market didn’t climax with price alone; it ended in billion-dollar buyouts and 30 to 60 percent premiums. From 2001 to 2011, gold surged from under $300 to over $1,500 before major players truly began scrambling for ounces. Today, with gold pressing historic highs again, investors are asking a familiar question: when does the panic premium return?

How to Think Like a Venture Capitalist in Small-Cap Markets
Small-cap markets reward investors who understand the difference between progress and proof. Aaron Hoddinott examines how venture capital thinking applies to sub-billion dollar companies across sectors like AI and mining, where announcements are often mistaken for outcomes.

Mexico’s Silver War: Cartels, Politics, and the Rising Risk to Global Supply
For centuries, silver has shaped Mexico’s fortunes and fueled conflict across its mining regions. As cartel violence intensifies in key production states, investors are being reminded that extracting precious metals in Mexico has never been purely about geology. The country’s long and dangerous history with silver may once again collide with global supply.
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The $35 Trillion Debt Time Bomb: Analyzing Imminent Explosion Risks
This analysis dissects the escalating U.S. national debt crisis, exploring its core drivers, the crushing weight of servicing costs, and the potential for a debt spiral. Understand the imminent risks to economic stability and the urgent need for fiscal course correction.

Manitoba's Secret Weapon: How Sio Silica Could Fuel Tech and Defense
Sio Silica is unlocking one of the purest silica quartz deposits in North America—critical for advanced semiconductors, defense systems, and AI infrastructure. With a low-impact extraction model and strategic ties to national security, this Manitoba-based project could anchor North America’s next wave of technological and military innovation.

Mood Swings of a Superpower: The History and Market Impact of the U.S. Consumer Sentiment Report
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.

Coinbase Joins the S&P 500: From Crypto Startup to Wall Street Powerhouse
Coinbase just became the first pure-play crypto company to join the S&P 500—marking a historic shift in the relationship between digital assets and Wall Street. This is no longer a fringe movement. It's institutional. Here's how Coinbase got here—and what it means for the future of finance.

The Last Melt-Up Before the Fall: David Hunter’s 2025 Warning for Investors
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.

Why Central Banks Are Buying Gold Like Never Before
Central banks are stockpiling gold at a pace not seen in over 50 years. In this gripping conversation with legendary speculator Lobo Tiggre, we explore why gold is no longer just a hedge—it’s the cornerstone of a new global financial order.

How a War Between India and Pakistan Could Shock Global Markets
Tensions between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan have reached a boiling point following cross-border airstrikes and the closure of Pakistani airspace. While the conflict may seem localized, the market risks are global—impacting oil prices, gold, equities, and investor sentiment. Here's what North American investors need to know.

The Fatal Addiction: How America’s Debt Binge Could Kill the Dollar—and Resurrect Gold
Michael Pento, President of Pento Portfolio Strategies, breaks down why America’s debt-fueled economy is nearing a tipping point. In this post, we unpack his most urgent predictions—from soaring interest payments to gold’s resurgence and the crumbling 60/40 portfolio. If you care about protecting your capital in an era of systemic risk, this is your wake-up call.

The Middle Class Is on Life Support
For decades, the American middle class has been quietly gutted, not by one crisis, but by a system addicted to cheap money, inflated assets, and fiscal denial. And when the next crack forms, the rescue playbook will be the same: more debt, more distortion, more damage.

David Hunter’s Dire Warning: A Final Melt-Up Before the Global Deflationary Superstorm
David Hunter believes we are entering the final melt-up in global markets—a euphoric rally that will blindside most investors before a catastrophic deflationary bust unfolds. In this blog, we break down Hunter’s bold forecast and explain why liquidity, central banks, and human nature could trigger the greatest collapse of our lifetime.
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