Base metals prices rallied on global market optimism and reports of increased Chinese bond sales. The LMEX Index, despite being down 8% this quarter due to concerns about Chinese demand, saw gains across nickel, zinc, aluminum, and copper. China’s potential record 3 trillion yuan special treasury bond issuance for 2025 aims to stimulate its slowing economy. Meanwhile, positive US economic data has rekindled hopes for Federal Reserve easing, further supporting commodity prices.

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Silver vs Gold Performance: What Happened After the Gold Silver Ratio Went Above 90
In early 2025, the gold-silver ratio approached 90. Mike Maloney and Alan Hibbard discussed why extreme ratios often precede strong silver rallies. Since that video, silver vs gold performance has been striking—outpacing gold, stocks, and bonds by a wide margin.




