Gold-Silver Ratio Hits 100:1 – A Historic Buying Signal for Silver 
Starting July 1, 2025, minimum wage workers in 15 states and cities will see pay increases, with Alaska, Oregon, and Washington D.C. leading the way.
Over 880,000 workers will collectively earn $397 million more annually. Alaska’s minimum wage jumps from $11.91 to $13, Oregon’s rises from $14.70 to $15.05, and D.C.’s increases from $17.50 to $17.95.
Major cities like Chicago, Los Angeles, and San Francisco will also see increases. While 30 states now exceed the federal minimum of $7.25, some lawmakers are attempting to limit voter-approved wage hikes, as seen in Missouri and Nebraska.
