Posts by Matt Sullivan
Inflation Is Cooling. So Why Are the Warning Signs Getting Louder?
The latest economic reports offer reasons for optimism. Inflation eased in June. The economy continued growing during the first quarter. Retail sales remained positive, and new-home sales improved slightly in the latest report released July 24. But beneath those headline numbers, several warning signs remain. Hiring has slowed, participation in the workforce has declined and…
Read MoreGold Pulled Back. The Case for Precious Metals Did Not.
Gold fell 3% on July 13, dropping to $3,996.76 an ounce as renewed conflict with Iran pushed oil futures 5% higher and raised concerns about another inflation surge.[1] At first, that may seem backward. War is escalating. Oil tankers have been attacked. Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has slowed. Yet gold initially moved lower.…
Read MoreAfter America’s 250th, the Debt Conversation Is Still Here
Following America’s 250th anniversary, the economic debate has quickly shifted back to the numbers. The national debt crossed $39 trillion in March 2026, after sitting near $34.6 trillion in March 2025. The Congressional Budget Office projects a $1.9 trillion federal deficit in fiscal year 2026, rising to $3.1 trillion by 2036. CBO also projects net…
Read MoreMonetary Gold Takes a Stand Against Precious Metals Courier Scams Targeting Seniors
One of the only precious metals companies publicly standing with local officials and law enforcement to warn Americans about a growing threat involving gold, silver, cash, and home couriers WOODLAND HILLS, Calif. — June 15, 2026 — At a time when sophisticated financial scams are targeting seniors, retirees, and vulnerable Americans across the country, Monetary…
Read MoreRetirees Are Quietly Moving Assets Out of the Dollar
Something unusual is happening—and most people haven’t noticed yet. Across the country, a growing number of retirees are quietly making changes to how they hold their life savings. Not drastic moves. Not panic. Just steady, deliberate shifts away from relying entirely on the U.S. dollar. It’s not being talked about on the evening news. But…
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