Silver Rises Over 120% YTD 
Published: 06-25-2025, 12:04 pm
Brandon Sauerwein, Editor
Another trillion in debt — in approximately 211 days.
The U.S. national debt has climbed from $36 trillion to over $37 trillion in roughly seven months. That’s about $4.7 billion added every single day.
The last time America had a federal budget surplus? That was back in 2001.
Since then, year after year of unchecked spending and mounting deficits caused the national debt to double over the past decade. As of 2024, our national debt has grown to 124% of GDP.
And the cost of servicing this debt? Interest payments account for 10.7% of all federal spending in 2023 — a burden continuing to grow heavier as rates stay elevated…
Where Does It End?
Trump’s proposed tax-and-spending bill, which could add trillions in deficits, will only worsen the situation. More and more Americans are waking up to the fact that this path is unsustainable.
Throughout history, nations have tried to spend their way out of trouble — funding endless wars while everyday savers foot the bill. The pattern is predictable: currencies debase, purchasing power erodes, and those who trusted paper promises lose.
That’s why now — more than ever — it’s critical to take proactive steps to safeguard what you’ve worked so hard to build. Physical precious metals remain one of the few assets with no counterparty risk, no printing press, and no political agenda.
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🚀 Gold and Silver on Track for Massive 2025 Gains
Gold is up 29% so far this year, with silver close behind at 25.5%. If this pace continues through year-end, gold could notch a 58% gain in 2025, with silver hitting 51% — staggering gains that would mark one of the strongest years for precious metals in modern history.
🕊️ Iran-Israel Truce Calms Metals Markets
Gold steadied this week following reports of a truce between Israel and Iran, easing geopolitical tensions and risk appetite. Prices have hovered between $3,300–$3,400 as markets shift focus to upcoming U.S. economic data.
⏱️ Powell: No Rush to Cut Rates Despite Political Pressure
Fed Chair Jerome Powell told Congress the central bank will wait for more economic data before considering rate cuts — a stance that contrasts with President Trump’s calls for immediate easing. Powell emphasized the Fed remains “well-positioned to wait.”
📊 Fed Eyes Tariff Impact Before Policy Shift
Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari echoed caution, noting recent inflation data has improved but warning that tariffs could still drive prices higher. While some Fed officials favor rate cuts this summer, the committee remains divided.
📈 BofA: Ballooning US Debt Will Drive Gold to $4,000
Bank of America forecasts gold could hit $4,000/oz within a year. While past gains were fueled by geopolitical tensions, BofA says exploding U.S. deficits will be the primary driver going forward. Central banks are increasingly dumping Treasuries in favor of gold, a trend accelerating as global debt soars.
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