You’ve probably heard Mike Maloney mention the dollar milkshake theory recently — and for good reason. This vivid metaphor captures one of the most important dynamics in global finance today.  Picture the U.S. dollar as a giant straw, sucking up capital and liquidity from around the world like a milkshake. As the world’s reserve currency, the dollar pulls money into the U.S. financial system during times of stress — often leaving other economies gasping for air.  What Is the Dollar Milkshake Theory?  Popularized by Brent Johnson of Santiago Capital, the theory explains a dangerous paradox. When global uncertainty rises, investors The post The Dollar Milkshake Theory: What It Means for Gold, Silver, and Your Portfolio appeared first on GoldSilver.

Gold steadied just below record highs on September 24, trading near $3,767 as investors weighed Powell’s latest remarks and rising Treasury yields. Fed cracks, China’s gold ambitions, and global market jitters keep precious metals in focus. The post Gold Holds $3,767: Fed Divisions Grow, China Pushes for Bigger Gold Market Share appeared first on GoldSilver.

Alan Hibbard recently tackled some of the toughest questions our community has about Bitcoin, gold, and silver. In this thought-provoking video, he explores whether Bitcoin is truly money, why companies abandoned it as a payment method, and how it compares to the time-tested value of gold and silver. Below are some of the key takeaways from his analysis.  Bitcoin: Commodity, Currency, or Store of Value?  One viewer argued that Bitcoin can’t be a commodity because it isn’t on the periodic table of elements. Alan quickly counters: plenty of commodities aren’t elements — think lumber, corn, or soybeans. By market definition, The post Bitcoin vs. Gold: What Really Counts as Money? appeared first on GoldSilver.

Gold nears $3,800 and silver tops $44 as the dollar suffers its sharpest drop in 50 years. With the Fed eyeing rate cuts and China pushing for gold hub status, precious metals are shining as investors search for safe-haven assets. The post Gold and Silver Surge as Dollar Logs Biggest Fall in 50 Years appeared first on GoldSilver.

The silver market is flashing signals we haven’t seen in decades. In his latest video, Mike Maloney explains why silver’s chart pattern — the classic “cup and handle” — has broken out on major time frames, and why that could point to three-digit silver prices in the years ahead. Let’s unpack the key highlights from Mike’s update.  The Cup-and-Handle Breakout  On daily, weekly, and especially quarterly charts, silver has now completed a cup-and-handle pattern that technical analysts have been watching for years. Historically, this formation precedes major upside moves. Mike notes that silver hasn’t closed above $40 on a quarterly The post Triple-Digit Silver? Why the Charts Say It’s Possible appeared first on GoldSilver.

If you’re serious about protecting your wealth, learning how to track gold and silver prices isn’t optional—it’s essential.  In today’s volatile markets, having real-time access to accurate price data can mean the difference between catching an opportunity and missing it entirely. Whether you’ve been stacking metals for decades or you’re just starting to diversify beyond paper assets, monitoring precious metals prices helps you stay ahead of inflation, currency debasement, and the next Fed policy surprise.  Why Real-Time Data Matters More Than Ever  Here’s the reality: Gold and silver markets move 24/7. They react to every Fed announcement, every geopolitical tension, The post Best Tool to Track Gold and Silver Prices Effectively appeared first on GoldSilver.

For thousands of years, civilizations have turned to gold as the ultimate store of wealth. But is it because of some mysterious “intrinsic value”? Alan Hibbard argues that the real reason gold has endured isn’t mystical at all — it’s practical. In his latest video, he explains why gold has remained money while countless other forms of currency have faded away.  Rethinking “Intrinsic Value”  Many people — from Aristotle to modern economists — have claimed that gold’s role as money comes from its “intrinsic value.” After all, it’s a tangible metal with uses in jewelry, art, and technology.  But as The post Beyond Intrinsic Value: Why Gold Is the Best Money appeared first on GoldSilver.