Silver Rises Over 120% YTD 
Gold and silver investors in New Jersey just got a major win: zero sales tax on precious metals.
The bipartisan legislation, which took effect January 1st, eliminates all sales tax on gold, silver, and precious metals purchases, positioning New Jersey among the most competitive states for metals trading.
As more states recognize the importance of precious metals investment, this could mark the beginning of a broader shift in state tax policies…
📈 Alan Hibbard: Gold and Bitcoin Set for ‘Explosive’ 2025
In a compelling NYSE TV interview this week, Alan Hibbard addressed Powell’s recent Bitcoin comments and highlighted a critical distinction between money and currency that’s often overlooked.
“Money and currency serve different purposes,” Hibbard explained. “For long-term value storage, you want something like gold or Bitcoin.”
While comparing most cryptocurrencies to airline miles, Hibbard emphasized Bitcoin’s unique position:
“I’m not too interested in focusing on all those different cryptocurrencies and their individual idiosyncrasies. I focus more on Bitcoin, and it is going to be a huge year for Bitcoin. 2025 is going to be explosive.”
See what Alan believes is in store for 2025
🥫 Food Markets Face Price Increases and Trade Uncertainty
Global food markets saw commodity prices rise 7% in 2024, their first annual gain in three years. The increase stemmed primarily from higher vegetable oil costs, especially palm oil, along with dairy and meat prices, while grain prices fell due to adequate supply.
This price pressure coincides with proposed import tariffs from the incoming administration. Analysts at Rabobank forecast continued palm oil and wheat supply constraints through 2025, with US-China trade relations expected to significantly impact global food commodity prices. These shifts will impact margins differently across the food supply chain, from farmers to processors.
As everyday consumers grapple with rising food costs, a different segment of the market is seeing its own form of inflation…
🕰️ Rolex Gold Watches Set for Major Price Hike
Rolex has announced price increases for 2025, with gold models rising 14% while steel versions will see just a 3% increase. The significant gap between gold and steel model pricing reflects both surging precious metal costs and strategic positioning in the luxury market.
Rising gold costs are rippling through luxury markets, and analysts expect this pressure to continue…
🏦 Banks Expect Gold Rally to Continue
Gold prices surged 27% in 2024 to $2,670 per ounce, marking its strongest performance in 14 years. JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs project prices reaching $3,000 in 2025, citing expected Federal Reserve rate cuts, increased central bank purchases, and potential inflation risks.
While retail investor participation remained low in 2024, analysts expect this could change if interest rates fall or inflation concerns rise, providing further momentum to gold prices.
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