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Killing Democracy: The Rise of Nation Inc.
September 12, 2016 Global Economy
Democracy, sovereignty and a global economy are mutually incompatible. This “political trilemma” has led nations to start acting as corporations, putting your financial stability at risk. The Leading Edge of the Dollar Hurricane
September 7, 2016 Currency
U.S. exports are down nearly $64 billion so far this year, and yet the Fed is flirting with raising interest rates. Can you imagine the economic storm if the dollar gets any stronger? Gold’s Best-Kept Secret
September 6, 2016 Gold
A year ago, mining companies were in the midst of the “Great Dividend Cut.” But dividends are back, and that’s good news not just for stock investors, but for gold prices as well. The Big Oil Squeeze
September 3, 2016 Oil
Black gold’s roller-coaster ride has been frustrating for many investors. But cost-saving decisions made over the past couple years are going to send oil roaring back in a big way. Worse Than the Great Recession?
September 2, 2016 U.S. Economy
As another earnings season comes to an end, one thing immediately jumps out: Stock prices are out of whack from their core value — earnings. And the implications are dire.