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Junior Gold Mining Stocks Surge

Another update of the chart below that last appeared in this section about four months ago (see Volume V, Issue 22) is in order after the recent rise in the price of gold to a new all-time high, the surge in gold and silver mining stocks in general, and the near vertical course that has … Continue reading

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Investors Rush Into Gold and Silver as U.S. Treasuries Show Signs Of Weakness

Since the emergence of the European Debt crisis in April 2010, treasuries have been in a strong uptrend as investors have been seeking protection from risky assets.April to August 2010 was a deflationary period, similar to the fourth quarter of 2008 when treasuries soared higher before the massive government stimulus.  Stocks have been in a … Continue reading

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Postcards From Weimar Germany

The Weimar Republic is perhaps the quintessential example of hyperinflation. But the buildup took longer than one might think……

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The Forgotten, “Barbarous Relic” is No Longer Forgotten

For those of you unfamiliar with the popular description John Maynard Keynes gave to this once popular commodity, I am talking about Gold; the forgotten and also hated metal. At least this is the case here in the Western world, where Gold is considered by most Americans at the moment nothing more than something nice … Continue reading

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Dollar Slices Through 200 Day Moving Average After Bank Of Japan Announcement

Gold broke out of a classic cup and handle pattern yesterday right before the Bank of Japan announcement.  The Yen has significantly strengthened since June as this is extremely difficult for the Japanese export companies.  The economy in Japan is weakening and they are facing their own sovereign debt issues which have not yet surfaced.  … Continue reading

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