Investors are piling into gold and silver as concerns about currency debasement and inflation grow. Central banks have been buying gold aggressively, and individual investors are now joining the trade. Gold has set new all-time highs in both dollar terms and inflation-adjusted terms, while silver is knocking on the door of its 1980 peak. Experts recommend a core position in physical metals, supplemented by ETFs, and caution against over-investing in mining stocks. [... more]

The workforce is facing a significant challenge as automation and AI replace white-collar jobs, while blue-collar positions such as electricians, plumbers, and welders are in high demand. Experts argue that the solution lies in vocational training and promoting these opportunities to the younger generation. [... more]