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Chris Martenson, PhD (Duke), MBA (Cornell) is an economic researcher and futurist specializing in energy and resource depletion, and co-founder of PeakProsperity.com (along with more

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Inflation Is Hot, A New High For Gold, & Iran’s Test Attack
What does the big collective smash in the metals on Friday (starting at 11:00 Eastern) mean? How about the fact that Bitcoin plunged $6000 as word of Iran’s attack hit the street…what does this mean?
Rally Or Mirage? Making Sense Of The Nonsense
I’m calling on all curious minds to delve with me into the enigmatic actions of central banks in the global markets. Let’s explore together the hidden mechanisms that may be driving our financial world in ways you never imagined.
Government Debt Running Away
The U.S. government’s debt has been growing at a frightening pace, elevating the importance of individual financial preparedness. As economic indicators devolve, everyone needs to focus on safeguarding their personal financial health.
Complacency Getting Steamrolled By Rising Interest Rates
Everything has changed now. What worked before won’t work as easily or at all. Buying and holding US Treasury paper for one, investing in real estate for another. New tactics are required.
Inflation’s Heat & War’s Profit Surge
In today’s Finance U discussion, we delve into the disconcerting trend where global conflicts lead to market boons, challenging our moral compass.
Inflation Is The Highest In Your Life
Families and individuals are being destroyed by inflation. It’s been the worst episode in the entire data series going back to the 1960’s. And it’s going to get worse now that wage inflation has entered the fray. Buckle up.
Unlocking Opportunities: 10 Lesser-Known Dividend Stocks To Invest In
Investing in dividend stocks can be an effective strategy for long-term wealth creation. Such investments allow you to appreciate your capital and allow passive income growth. The key is to find stocks that pay a consistently high dividend yield.
Oil Makes A 12-month Low; Guidance From Col. Hackworth
The Producer Price Index by Commodity (PPIACO): -0.72% month over month (m/m), +9.07% year over year (y/y). Producer price inflation is falling – it is less than half of what it was at the peak (23%) in October, 2021.
A Serious Message
The true culprits are the current and former managers (not leaders) with the Fed and within the DC beltway who failed to protect the vulnerable, set reasonable policies, and conduct themselves with integrity.
Coronavirus Pandemic Event Now A Serious Risk
The coronavirus is currently sweeping across China. So far, it has all the hallmarks of a potential true pandemic outbreak. This guide will help you stay prepared.
Coronavirus Is Worse Than You've Been Told: Scientist Explains
We all need to get our head on straight around this fast-spreading viral outbreak.
Good Riddance To The ‘Twenty-Teens’
A decade best shunned & forgotten.
The Federal Reserve Is Directly Monetizing US Debt
In a very real way, MMT is already here.
Getting Real About Green Energy
I want to be optimistic about the future. but there’s virtually no chance of the world transitioning gently to an alternative energy-powered future. An honest analysis of what green energy can not promise.
PM Monthly Market Commentary – May 2019
On Friday, gold shot up +17.18 [+1.33%] to 1310.75 on very heavy volume, while silver moved up +0.05 [+0.38%] to 14.56 on heavy volume.
These Are The ‘Good Old Days’
At tipping points like now, the steps we take in the present determine our future.
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