Money Metals' Weekly Market Wrap Podcast

Coming up don't miss another wonderful interview with Greg Weldon of Weldon Financial. Greg weighs in on the ongoing correction and consolidation in the precious metals and shares why he thinks this may be a "back up the truck" type of opportunity for metals buyers and where he sees silver going in particular. Don't forget to also follow us on social media for more important precious metals updates! https://www.youtube.com/@Moneymetals | https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMetals | https://instagram.com/moneymetals/ | https://twitter.com/moneymetals | https://www.pinterest.com/moneymetals/

Many analysts believe we are in the early stages of a secular bear market in bonds. In this episode of the Midweek Memo podcast, host Mike Maharrey talks about the possible ramifications of this bond bear market, arguing that it could not only fundamentally alter the investment landscape, but it could also hamstring the Fed's efforts to fight price inflation.  This scenario could cause a significant shakeup in the world economy and financial system.  It's also extremely bullish for precious metals. 

Interview with Will  Thompson founder and portfolio manager of Massif Capital – a privately held,  value-oriented hedge fund with a focus on the energy, mining, materials and infrastructure  sectors.| Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan

If you followed the headlines, you know that the June CPI report was even cooler than expected. This generated optimism that maybe, just maybe, the Fed is finally getting inflation under control.  But there's more to the story. In this episode of the Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey tells you the rest of the story, revealing that despite falling CPI, inflation is alive and well. On top of that, the good CPI news may green-light even more inflation.  Mike also points out a very interesting trend in the gold market. Gold is up during Asian trading sessions through the first half of the year, even as the yellow metal sold off during North American sessions. What is this telling us? 

This week, we interview Ralph Benko, gold standard advocate, author of The Ten Commandments of Capitalism, co-author of The Capitalist Manifesto and the editor of the 500th Anniversary Edition of Nicolaus Copernicus' book titled On the Minting of Money. Don't forget to also follow us on social media for more important precious metals updates! https://www.youtube.com/@Moneymetals | https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMetals | https://instagram.com/moneymetals/ | https://twitter.com/moneymetals | https://www.pinterest.com/moneymetals/

The political class wants you to hate gold. That's why politicians and their enablers in the mainstream media and academia constantly badmouth it.  But have you noticed that government people actually love gold? You don't need to look any further than the recent central bank gold-buying spree to make this case.  So, why does the political class want to have gold, but it doesn't want you to have gold? Control.  As host Mike Maharrey explains in this episode of the Midweek Memo podcast, you are harder to control when you have sound money. In other words, gold supports liberty. Mike explains exactly how sound money undergirds freedom and, along the way, highlights government efforts around the world to get more gold to increase their power.

Michael Pento of Pento Portfolio Strategies and author of the book The Coming Bond Market Collapse, tells us why he believes the current market expectation of Fed rate hikes is not only wrong, but why he believes we will actually see the Fed cut rates in future months to combat a slowing economy. And Much More. Don't forget to also follow us on social media for more important precious metals updates! https://www.youtube.com/@Moneymetals | https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMetals | https://instagram.com/moneymetals/ | https://twitter.com/moneymetals | https://www.pinterest.com/moneymetals/

There's a new boss over at the Federal Reserve. Is he going to be any different than the old boss? Midweek Memo host Mike Maharrey delved into that question this week. He notes that Warsh certainly sounds different. But he's stepping into the same situation that Jerome Powell left. Mike explains why that will likely limit Warsh's options, meaning the old new boss may end up acting just like the old boss when it's all said and done.  Mike also highlights the ever-growing Debt Black hole by breaking down the May federal budget deficit numbers.

We've seen wild swings in the markets based on the latest headlines. How do we cut through the noise and make good investment decisions? In this episode of the Money Metals' Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey explains that you need a good recipe.  A plan.  A process.  But to formulate a plan, you need good data. That's tricky when the primary source of data is the government. Mike breaks down the inflation of the pandemic era using a new AI tool to reveal just how sketchy that government data is. This underscores the fact that when we have a realistic view of the economy, all roads lead to gold and silver.

This week's interview is with Axel Merk, president of Merk Investments and a frequent commentator in the financial news media and here on our Money Metals podcast. Merk offers a different take on the recent gold correction, arguing that markets are treating the Iran conflict as a temporary shock rather than a lasting structural change.  Don't forget to also follow us on social media for more important precious metals updates! https://www.youtube.com/@Moneymetals | https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMetals | https://instagram.com/moneymetals/ | https://twitter.com/moneymetals | https://www.pinterest.com/moneymetals/

They say history doesn't necessarily repeat, but it often rhymes. With that in mind, Midweek Memo host Mike Maharrey looks back at the inflationary era of the 1960s and 1970s and finds some interesting parallels to today. Inflation didn't rise in a straight line back then. It came in three distinct waves. We've seen one wave in the currency inflationary cycle, and it appears we're setting up for a second. And there are other similarities between then and now - including the trajectory of interest rate policy and government spending.  Mike also reveals just how badly this price inflation is impacting the American consumer, who is broke, stressed, and buried in debt. 

Mike Maharrey dives into a range of topics with Kai Hoffmann, CEO of Soar Financial, as they discuss what's really happening in the precious metals market given the ongoing headwinds of the Iran war and much more. Don't forget to also follow us on social media for more important precious metals updates! https://www.youtube.com/@Moneymetals | https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMetals | https://instagram.com/moneymetals/ | https://twitter.com/moneymetals | https://www.pinterest.com/moneymetals/

What's wrong with this picture? The mainstream has built a bearish narrative around the gold and silver markets. According to this storyline, the Fed will have to keep interest rates higher due to inflationary pressure introduced by the war with Iran. That's negative for gold and silver, non-yielding assets. In this week's Midweek Memo podcast, host Mike Maharrey points out the problems with this picture painted by mainstream pundits. He reveals two dynamics they seem to be missing and explains why the future of gold and silver may not be as bearish as advertised. He then proceeds to expose the deeper flaws with the current fiat money system.

Coming up we'll hear an interview between Chris Marcus of Arcadia Economics and Money Metals CEO Stefan Gleason. Don't miss this revealing interview as Stefan digs into some unanswered questions surrounding America's gold reserves at Fort Knox -- issues brought back into the news headlines by Donald Trump last week. Don't forget to also follow us on social media for more important precious metals updates! https://www.youtube.com/@Moneymetals | https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMetals | https://instagram.com/moneymetals/ | https://twitter.com/moneymetals | https://www.pinterest.com/moneymetals/

This week, Mike lets listeners run the show! It's an "Ask Mike Anything" episode where our intrepid host tackles questions asked by listeners.  Here are the questions covered in this episode.  At what point do we start trading in metals instead of paper currency? What does that timeline look like, and where are we currently on that timeline? How will the higher price of oil impact overall consumer price inflation? Higher oil prices cause higher prices in certain goods, but will it also lessen demand and prices in other areas? I heard an ad for a gold seller that said, "Some experts claim that gold could hit 6 thousand this year." I'm typically dubious of ads that say "some experts", rather than citing specific experts. 1 - Do you know of any reputable experts making this claim? 2 - Do you agree? 3 - Do you think the January peak is likely the highest we'll see this year? Why or why not? As SHTF scenarios become more likely, metals will be a life-saving alternative to fiat. Dealers put a high premium on rare collectible coins, whereas I only value the metal content of coins. Will these collectibles retain extra value when Mad Max hits town? Does AI feel like a bubble to you based on the huge valuations of these companies? Should people consider trading the gold/silver ratio? If so, when? And if the refiners get backed up, will it be even possible? Silver has been significantly outpacing gold. Do you see this continuing, and should we expect a rate cut with the new Fed Chair, even if inflation rises? Texas established a precious metals depository with the ability to conduct transactions within the depository. Can you give us an update on how that's progressing and if any other states have done something similar? What is a realistic way of making it normal to trade and pay for items in precious metals? Are there good precious metal-backed currencies that you like? Maybe talk a little bit about the lead time between cause and effect. Related to the old saying health is wealth, you managed to play goalie and do it well long after younger (and lesser) men have hung up their skates. How do you manage to do this? To be clear, no joking, I'd very much like to hear the answer.

Find out what Michael  Oliver of Momentum Structural Analysis has to say now given the backdrop of the Iran War, which many have blamed on keeping a lid of silver here in recent months since that big run up and subsequent correction earlier this year. | Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan

The dollar is getting smaller.  It's not just that it's rapidly losing purchasing power. It's also losing status on the world stage.  In this episode of the Midweek Memo podcast, host Mike Maharrey considers both aspects of the shrinking dollar and their ramifications. He breaks down the recent CPI data, noting that it tells only part of the inflation story. Mike also highlights the ongoing global de-dollarization trend through the eyes of some mainstream analysts. 

Coming up don't miss an incredibly informative interview with Rhona O'Connell, Head of Market Analysis with StoneX Financial – a global leader when it comes to financial services, commercial hedging, foreign exchange and physical commodities. Rhona has over 40 years of experience as a commodities analyst and is a recognized authority in the precious metals sector.   Don't forget to also follow us on social media for more important precious metals updates! https://www.youtube.com/@Moneymetals | https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMetals | https://instagram.com/moneymetals/ | https://twitter.com/moneymetals | https://www.pinterest.com/moneymetals/

The Fed met last week and once again took no action. As usual, the headlines were generated by the things Powell & Company said and didn't say.  In this episode of the Midweek Memo podcast, host Mike Maharrey analyzes the meeting and the messaging that came out of it. He explains why the rhetoric has very little connection to reality because everybody seems to be ignoring the proverbial elephant in the room - the Debt Black Hole. That has significant ramifications for the economy and the precious metals markets, as Mike explains. In this episode, Mike also shares some things he saw on his recent field trip to the Money Metals facility in Idaho. 

This week's Money Metals exclusive interview with Dominic Frisby, a man of many talents – a British comedian, an esteemed financial writer and commentator and author of the book The Secret History of Gold.   Don't forget to also follow us on social media for more important precious metals updates! https://www.youtube.com/@Moneymetals | https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMetals | https://instagram.com/moneymetals/ | https://twitter.com/moneymetals | https://www.pinterest.com/moneymetals/

Decision 2024 is in its final stages. So, who is the winner? Money Metals' Midweek Memo host Mike Maharrey says that no matter who ends up occupying the White House next year (At this point it looks like Trump),  gold and silver are already the big winners. In this episode of the podcast, Mike argues that the practical impact of the presidential election will be less significant than many people imagine because the system itself is the problem as much as the people running it. That means a lot of things will continue on the same trajectory. He goes on to highlight gold and silver as the big winners in 2024 using some of the third quarter data. You might be surprised to learn that silver and gold are the best-performing assets so far this year.

This week we hear from our good friend David Morgan of The Morgan Report. Hear the Silver Guru's take on the recent fireworks in the metals markets, where he sees silver going in the near term. | Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan

There's been a lot of talk about the demise of the dollar. Has the treat of de-dollarization been greatly exaggerated? Or is the greenback's role as the global reserve currency threatened? In this episode of the Money Metals' Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey takes a hard look at the dollar's status in the context of the recent BRICS summit. He argues that while it doesn't look like the dollar will go down any time soon, it's a little early to breathe a sigh of relief.

Today we have a special interview with former economic advisor to President Donald Trump Judy Shelton. Judy is known for her advocacy for a return to the gold standard and for her criticisms of the Federal Reserve. | Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan

Washington D.C. has a problem! A $35.7 trillion problem. And yet most people don't seem concerned about excessive government spending, massive budget deficits, and the growing national debt. In this episode of the Money Metals' Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey explains why people should be concerned. He digs deep into the numbers and points out some signs that the ramifications of the government's borrow-and-spend addiction and the spiraling debt are already reverberating through the economy.

This week we interview with the newest addition to MoneyMetals.com's content team, columnist and gold market analyst Jan Nieuwenhuijs.   Join Jan and Mike Maharrey as they breakdown the latest on gold, why the Chinese are so secretive about their gold accumulation strategy, what it all means for the markets, and so much more...

Hurricanes Helene and Milton ripped through the southeastern U.S. leaving destruction in their wakes. They also gave new life to at least two economic fallacies. In this episode of the Money Metals Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey explains why anti-price gouging laws don't help in a disaster situation, and why the money spent cleaning up isn't some kind of stimulative economic boom.

This week, a fascinating interview with Kai Hoffman, CEO of Soar Financial and host of the well-known and highly regarded Soar Financially podcast. Mike Maharrey dives into a range of topics with Mr. Hoffman and taps into his expertise in the metals and the resource sectors specifically.

Industrial demand for silver is at record levels. Can mine production keep up? As Money Metals' Midweek Memo host Mike Maharrey explains, that's easier said than done. In this episode, he focuses on the supply side of the silver supply and demand equation and explains why miners can't quickly step in to fill the shortfall. He also shares some interesting news from Russia that could drive even more silver demand in the future.

Today's podcast features a special interview between Mike Maharrey and Money Metals content manager Josh Glawson, talking about all the features and resources available at MoneyMetals.com as well as some updates on Money Metals Depository and the Sound Money Defense League. Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan

Zimbabwe created a gold-backed currency in an effort tho shore up its financial system. Just six months later, the government has already devalued the currency. It goes to show that the problem isn't the money - it's the government that issues it.  In this episode of the Money Metals Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey explains why government fiat currencies aren't worth the paper they're printed on, why governments constantly devalue their currencies, and how to protect yourself from the pernicious effects. 

This week, Gerald Celente of the Trends Journal joins us for an explosive interview on a range of topic, including gold's rise, the pending death of the dollar and why Gerald is more concerned now than ever that we're on the verge of World War III.  In fact, he believes that it's already begun. 

The central bankers at the Federal Reserve are saying one thing and doing another. They're telling us that the economy is great and inflation isn't completely dead. But they're acting like the economy is crashing and inflation doesn't matter. In this episode of the Money Metals' Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey breaks Federal Reserve officials' words and actions and reminds us that actions speak louder than words.  He also delves into the impact of the recent pivot in Fed monetary policy on financial markets, including gold, silver, and stocks.

Special interview with Money Metals CEO Stefan Gleason, who appeared recently on the Investing News channel. Stefan discussed the massive expansion of Money Metals Depository, which just opened literally the largest gold vault in North America. | Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan

Has the weaponization of the dollar put it in danger? The short answer is yes. De-dollarization sounds like a wild conspiracy theory, but it is happening. In this episode of the Money Metals' Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey explains what's driving de-dollarization, the possible ramifications, and why gold is a big part of the equation.

Greg Weldon of Weldon Financial, discusses a range of topics, including how he sees a big shift occurring in global geopolitics where more and more countries around the world are telling the U.S. to mind its own business -- and how U.S. elitism is driving more and more countries to team up with BRICS countries. | Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan

Gold has basked in the spotlight in recent months, and while silver is up by roughly the same amount in percentage terms this year, most investors feel it has underperformed. But as host Mike Maharrey explains in this episode of the Midweek Memo, technical analysis reveals an extremely bullish pattern emerging in the silver market. Coupled with strong fundamentals, Mike argues there's an extremely strong upside case for silver. In this episode, he also discusses a shift in silver demand from the West to the East, similar to a pattern we've seen in gold. 

This week, Chris Powell of the Gold Anti-Trust Action Committee, gives an explanation of why governments want to keep a lid on precious metals prices, how the weaponization of the dollar has become a very dangerous policy for the U.S. government, and also makes the case that the healthy rise in the price of gold over the past 25 years is a serious indictment against central banks and an indication of how efforts to limit gold's gains have been less and less successful. | Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan

Perspective matters. Something you see up close can appear very different if you step back and look at it from a distance. In this episode of the Money Metals' Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey steps back and examines Federal Reserve monetary policy over three decades, providing a different perspective on the trajectory of inflation and the economy than you probably get from mainstream financial media. In this episode, Mike also dives deep into the most recent central bank gold buying data and what's driving it. 

Don't miss our exclusive interview with Philip Newman, managing director of Metals Focus. Money Metals' Mike Maharrey and Philip break down the silver supply deficit as well as where the demand for silver is coming from.  | Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan

We live in a microwave world. But the economy is roasting in a slow cooker. In this episode of the Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey talks about modern news media and the struggle to make sense of a slowly unfolding economy in a world where headlines drive decision-making. Along the way, he maps out some of the fundamentals he sees underlying today's economy. He goes on to talk about Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's Jackson Hole speech and the trajectory of monetary policy in a broader economic context, why more inflation is in the pipeline, and the current state of the gold market. 

Economist Daniel Lacalle, professor of Global Economy at IE Business School in Madrid, offers his well-studied insights on the state of global inflation, how that inflation has become the accepted policy by central planners around the world, and gives us one of the best explanations about how governments benefit from this and use it to stay in power and control the masses. | Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan

Everybody seems to think the Federal Reserve just about has price inflation under control. As Money Metals' Midweek Memo host Mike Maharrey explains, it doesn't. And it won't. That's because price inflation is the Fed's stated policy. He also talks about the recent record-breaking run for gold and why this bull likely still has legs.

Frank Holmes joins Mike Maharrey for a wonderful conversation on gold, Bitcoin and how the recent market turmoil has caused weak hands to give up gold and crypto. | Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan

There are a lot of dumb ideas out there, especially when it comes to economics and investing. In this episode of the Money Metals' Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey covers some dumb things that grabbed his attention this week including the notion that gold is "a useless metal," Kamala Harris's plan to deal with inflation, and minting a $1-trillion coin to deal with the national debt.

Exclusive interview with Dr. Peter Earle -- Senior Economist at the American Institute of Economic Research. Join Money Metals' Mike Maharrey and Dr. Earle as they dive into the health of the U.S. economy, the lack of quality jobs that have been created, and the fallacy of the supposed soft landing. Mike and Peter also discuss how the recent wave of inflation has driven many out there, especially young people, to turn to gold and silver as a solution to combat these inflationary woes. | Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan

There was complete panic as stock markets melted down on Monday, but on Tuesday, it was as if everything was fine. So, was it just an overreaction to a few isolated factors? Or was it a premonition? On this episode of the Money Metals' Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey dissects the big selloff in both stocks and gold. What caused it? What happened to gold being a safe haven? And what can we expect next from the Federal Reserve? 

This week we interviewed Michael Pento of Pento Portfolio Strategies. Michael covers a range of topics, including the evisceration of the middle class, the unsustainable debt levels and debt servicing costs we've reached in this country and how he – as an investment advisor – looks at markets and aims to capitalize on all of the market chaos. | Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan

Will the Fed signal interest rate cuts with the July FOMC meeting? That's the question on everybody's mind. But interest rates are really a sideshow in this Fed drama. The real action is on the Fed balance sheet. In this episode of the Money Metals' Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey explains what's going on with the balance sheet, why it matters, and what it tells us about the likely trajectory of price inflation and the economy. He also touches on a new milestone for the national debt.

This week, join us for a conversation with Money Metals CEO Stefan Gleason. Stefan reveals some juicy details of Money Metals' new, much larger depository which just opened in Idaho. This state-of-the-art precious metals storage facility is actually twice the size of Fort Knox! You'll also hear some insider info on just what's happening in the retail bullion market right now, the sound money movement, and much more. | Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan