What’s the Difference Between Money vs Currency? 

Most people use the terms money and currency interchangeably—but they are not the same. This article explores the difference between money vs currency, why fiat currencies lose purchasing power over time, and why many investors consider gold as a long-term store of value.

The Dollar Milkshake Theory: What It Means for Gold, Silver, and Your Portfolio

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 […]

$7.5 Trillion in “Safe” Cash Isn’t Safe: Why It Could Flood into Gold & Silver

Money markets hold $7.5T, but IOU risk is rising. Mike Maloney explains why cash could bolt to gold & silver—and how to prepare.

5 Market Moves for August 25 — Gold Pullback, Jackson Hole, Intel’s Warning and more

Gold Retreats from Two-Week High as Dollar Gains  Gold pulled back after Friday’s pop, as a stronger dollar made bullion pricier for overseas buyers. Spot gold dipped 0.2% to $3,364/oz while December futures eased to $3,410. The retreat came after gold touched its highest level since August 11 on Friday, following Fed Chair Powell’s Jackson Hole speech.  Traders still see an 85–90% chance of a 25bp Fed cut on September 17, supportive for gold in the long run. In the near term, however, gold is tracking the dollar. UBS analyst Giovanni Staunovo noted Powell’s comments point to only a modest […]

The Hidden Truth About U.S. Housing Costs — And Why Gold Is Your Best Defense

If you feel like homeownership is slipping further out of reach, you’re not alone. But what if the real story behind soaring housing costs isn’t what you’ve been told?  In this eye-opening video, Alan Hibbard exposes the monetary forces that have been quietly eroding housing affordability for decades — and reveals a surprising solution that most Americans overlook.  What Happens When You Price Homes in Real Money  Here’s what Alan uncovered: When you measure home prices in gold instead of dollars, monthly mortgage payments have actually decreased over time.  Think about that for a moment. While your dollar-denominated housing costs […]

Is Gold’s Bull Run Over? This Overlooked Indicator Says No

Banks split on gold: Citi says $2,500, JPM says $4,000. Mike Maloney examines the M2/gold ratio for the real story

Elon Musk Threatens New Party as Congress Adds $4 Trillion: Why Gold & Silver Still Win

Remember Ross Perot? The businessman who showed up with charts, warning America about our dangerous debt trajectory? Now Elon Musk is channeling that same energy — but with 10x the influence and a very real threat that could reshape American politics.  In the latest episode of The GoldSilver Show, Mike Maloney and Alan Hibbard break down Musk’s explosive tweets about forming “The America Party” and what the just-passed “Big Beautiful Bill” means for your financial future.  The $4 Trillion Question  On July 1st, the Senate passed what might be the most fiscally irresponsible bill in American history. The numbers are […]

As National Debt Tops $37 Trillion, There’s Still One Asset Washington Can’t Print

While the national debt soars $4.7 billion daily, this inflation hedge has zero counterparty risk…

The Hidden Chart Pattern That’s Predicted Every Silver Boom

Silver just flashed a rare breakout signal — Mike explains why this could lead to triple-digit prices.

US Treasury Yields Jump as Hot Jobs Data Fuels Rate Expectations

US Treasury yields climbed on Friday after new jobs data showed stronger hiring than expected. The 10-year yield rose over 9 basis points to 4.486%, while the 2-year increased 11 basis points to 4.034%. The 30-year yield moved up more than 5 basis points to 4.941%. Higher yields typically suggest investors anticipate tighter monetary policy, potentially due to inflation risks or stronger economic activity. Nonfarm payrolls rose by 139,000 jobs in May, surpassing the consensus forecast of 125,000 from economists polled by Dow Jones, according to data released Friday morning. The unemployment rate remained steady at 4.2%. This stronger-than-expected jobs […]