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Joel Litman joins Steve Barton to reveal why the U.S. economy continues to outperform the rest of the world. He challenges the reliability of GDP and instead focuses on Uniform Economic Profit as the true measure of economic strength. Litman shows that just 3,500 U.S. companies generate nearly twice the profit of 21,000 companies outside the U.S., highlighting America’s unmatched innovation, venture capital flow, and corporate resilience. Joel also outlines why gold remains a strong investment amid currency instability and geopolitical tension. With China’s economic model faltering and global currencies weakening, Litman explains how both gold and U.S. equities can thrive together. His data-driven analysis makes a compelling case for America’s long-term dominance in corporate profitability, innovation, and consumer power.   Connect with Joel Litman! Learn More:  https://altimetry.com/  

Tom Hartel returns with Steve Barton to share critical insights for investors navigating today’s volatile markets. Following his accurate calls on platinum and silver, Hartel dives into undervalued opportunities including Galiano Gold in West Africa, Sylvania Platinum, and Sibanye Stillwater. He highlights growing demand in the platinum sector, driven by industrial and hydrogen applications, and points to overlooked value in Finland’s Firefox Gold. For income-focused investors, Hartel shares steady yield ideas like PIMCO’s HYS fund, the high-yield PDI fund, and a preferred stock paying 9% from Outdoor Holdings. Hartel also addresses broader market risks, including Ripple ETF speculation, platinum’s strategic designation, and signals of overvaluation like the CAPE ratio and Buffett Indicator. His lightning round covers top picks in steel, biotech, and international oil including Petrobras and Ecopetrol, all while emphasizing caution amid rising volatility. This episode blends actionable stock ideas with a de

Peter Grandich joins Steve Barton with a warning for today’s investors. After more than four decades in the financial world, Grandich now urges extreme caution, citing dangerous overvaluation in stocks and the narrowing gap between corporate and treasury bond yields. He explains why capital preservation is more important than chasing returns and outlines why he’s pulled back from traditional income investments.  He also discusses the gold-to-copper ratio, the growing importance of tungsten, and his concerns with speculative behavior in today’s markets. Grandich emphasizes that sometimes the smartest move is not making one, and shares his approach of building cash and avoiding overpriced assets until better opportunities arise. Investors looking for stability in uncertain times will find his insights both sobering and strategic.   Connect with Peter Grandich! Website: https://petergrandich.com/ X: https://twitter.com/PeterGrandich Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petergrandich YouTube: htt

Steve Barton returns with this week’s Monday Market Moves. The S&P 500 has reached new heights, signaling continued investor optimism while the dollar and yields have softened ahead of a potential Federal Reserve rate cut. Gold has extended its gains with rising miner stocks, and silver has broken out from a bull flag, positioning itself for quarterly records. In the commodities sector, copper has steadied near its long-term average, demonstrating resilience despite recent pressures, while uranium has cooled after recent industry events but maintains its broader uptrend. Oil has firmed, and natural gas has eased as it approaches support levels. Coal prices have corrected toward value zones, and platinum has strengthened following a failed bear flag formation. Nickel remains overlooked but is set for potential opportunities ahead. Meanwhile, Bitcoin has regained momentum, reclaiming key levels and setting sights on previous highs. Stay tuned for more insights and analysis. The episode includes technical

Steve Barton returns with this week’s Monday Market Moves, covering the S&P 500 at new highs while the dollar and yields soften ahead of a possible Fed cut. Gold extended gains with miners pushing higher, and silver broke out from a bull flag with quarterly records in view. Copper steadied near its long-term average, showing resilience despite recent pressure.  Uranium cooled after industry events but held its broader uptrend, while oil firmed and natural gas eased near support. Coal corrected toward value zones, platinum strengthened after a failed bear flag, and nickel remained overlooked but positioned for opportunity. Bitcoin regained momentum, reclaiming key levels with eyes on prior highs.  The episode includes technical and fundamental analysis across energy, metals, and equities, plus a preview of Steve’s newly released technical analysis video course: https://stevebarton.gumroad.com/l/TechnicalAnalysisforBeginners. Don’t miss viewer Q&A, insights into monetary policy impacts, and real-wo

Elijah K. Johnson of Liberty and Finance joins Steve Barton to unpack the growing cracks in the global monetary system. He recounts how his childhood interest in coins evolved into a career studying the Federal Reserve, inflation, and the fundamentals of real money. Johnson outlines how gold and silver have held their value while fiat currencies continue to weaken, and explains why the surge in central bank gold buying is a major warning sign. He also discusses the current state of the bull market, noting that the lack of retail demand for precious metals signals we're still early in the cycle. Johnson highlights why central bank digital currencies pose a serious risk to financial freedom, pointing to government overreach and the potential for total surveillance. He breaks down the best deals in the metals market right now, including junk silver and pre-1933 gold coins, and offers tips for investors looking to sell at the highest price. The episode closes with his call for long-term thinking, self-reliance,

Jordan Rusche of Mining Stock Monkey joins Steve Barton to break down the latest in gold, silver, copper, uranium, and oil. He gives sharp company updates on I80 Gold, Altius Minerals, B2 Gold, Equinox, First Mining Gold, NovaGold, and Seabridge, while also outlining key risks and opportunities across the commodities sector. Rusche explains why he considers Altius a long-term hold, shares the turnaround story at B2 Gold, and highlights Equinox as a top near-term winner. He also dives into the leverage of optionality plays, the value of physical silver versus miners, and why royalty companies like Royal Gold, Sandstorm, and Empress stand out as safer long-term bets. With insights on uranium’s next moves, oil price pressures, and the importance of patience in projects like Seabridge, Rusche closes with a special newsletter offer featuring actionable investment tips for serious commodity investors.   Claim Your 10% Discount on Mining Stock Monkey's Newsletter: https://miningstockmonkey.com/products/vip?prom

Steve Barton returns with this week’s Monday Market Moves, highlighting the S&P 500 and Nasdaq at fresh highs before flashing bearish divergences, alongside a weaker dollar and falling treasury yields. Gold surged nearly 4% and silver advanced 2%, signaling strength in precious metals as miners reached key targets. Copper steadied despite recent pressure, with Barton pointing to opportunities if the long-term trend holds.  Uranium eased slightly but remains supported by strong fundamentals and industry events, while oil slipped toward major support and natural gas bounced back. Coal approached a timely setup with bullish signals, platinum and palladium trended lower, and nickel tested critical levels. Bitcoin lagged equities, showing weakness and risk of further downside. The episode includes technical and fundamental analysis across energy, metals, and equities, plus a preview of Steve’s newly released technical analysis video course: https://stevebarton.gumroad.com/l/TechnicalAnalysisforBeginners.

Vlad Grabarskyy, host of Wealth Building Blueprint, shares how he shifted from molecular biology to finance by uncovering the hidden flaws of the modern monetary system. He outlines the push and pull between inflation and deflation and offers real-world strategies for protecting wealth using physical gold, silver, cash reserves, and overlooked mining stocks. Grabarskyy explains why portfolio structure matters more than ever and dives into the fundamentals of energy metals like uranium and copper, as well as the impact of deglobalization on central bank behavior. He highlights lessons from missed trades, the long-term value of hard assets, and three key principles every new commodity investor should know. From the silent opportunity in junior miners to the critical role of cash in a peak-market environment, Vlad delivers a roadmap for navigating today's volatile macro landscape.   Connect with Vladyslv Grabarskyy! Instant eBook: https://grabarskyy.gumroad.com/l/zwzxpq Paperback: https://amzn.to/3zi

Steve Barton returns with this week’s Monday Market Moves, breaking down the S&P 500’s intraday record and sharp fade alongside a weaker U.S. dollar and stalled yields. Gold pressed against a bull-flag breakout while silver closed at a 14-year high, extending momentum in precious metals. Miners hit measured targets, and copper steadied with upside potential toward $52 on COPX.  Uranium advanced as tight spot markets and ETF inflows supported further gains, while energy split directions—oil’s moving averages stayed bearish even as natural gas staged a rebound. Coal approached a golden cross, platinum flagged lower, and nickel tested its 200-DMA. Bitcoin lost traction, risking further downside toward longer-term support. The episode includes technical and fundamental analysis across energy, metals, and equities, plus a preview of Steve’s newly released technical analysis video course: https://stevebarton.gumroad.com/l/TechnicalAnalysisforBeginners. Don’t miss viewer Q&A, insights into monetary poli

Rick Rule, legendary resource investor and founder of Rule Investment Media, explains why a true Fed rate cut could trigger a 1970s-style anti-dollar, pro-gold rally and what that means for investors today. He breaks down the launch of Battle Bank, designed to serve depositors, IRA investors, and savers seeking gold- and silver-backed credit, while stressing the importance of revisiting Natural Resources Symposium replays to sharpen discipline and insight. Rule also discusses coal’s overlooked strength, optionality strategies in mining, rising capital costs, and the jurisdictional challenges shaping projects from Malawi to the Yukon. With fresh exploration results from companies like Magna Mining offering re-rating potential, he emphasizes that informed, patient positioning is key.    Connect with Rick Rule! Rule Classroom (Free) Rule Classroom Plus (2 Free Months) Battle Bank  

Rick Rule, founder of Rule Investment Media and former CEO of Sprott U.S. Holdings, joins Steve Barton to break down today’s natural resource markets, the implications of recent Fed policy, and the risks investors face amid growing economic complacency. He cautions that blind optimism and online hype are fueling poor decision-making, urging investors to take personal responsibility through study, discipline, and saving. Rule outlines why commodities like gold, silver, and uranium remain essential holdings in an environment where traditional fiat-based savings are increasingly vulnerable. He shares his views on the volatility index (VIX), out-of-the-money options strategies, and the value of positioning ahead of fear-driven market shifts. He also warns that while opportunities are real, only informed and patient investors will succeed. The discussion highlights Rule’s new venture, Battle Bank, which offers international CDs, high-yield savings, and self-directed retirement accounts backed by real assets. Th

Steve Barton returns with this week’s Monday Market Moves, unpacking the latest swings across equities, currencies, and commodities. The S&P 500 added 0.3%, sitting just shy of record highs as Jerome Powell’s pivot toward September rate cuts fueled stagflation concerns. The dollar rolled over and the 10-year Treasury slid to 4.25%, while gold advanced 1.1% in bullish consolidation and silver surged 2.8%, extending its edge in precious metals. Commodities showed sharp divergence. Copper flashed a bear flag near recent lows, uranium held firm with a new $71–73 floor reinforced by Kazatomprom’s supply cuts, and oil inched higher at resistance as natural gas broke decisively under $3 toward $2.40–2.50 support. Coal ETFs kissed their 200-DMA, platinum threatened a drop toward $1,100, and nickel ticked higher with a tentative bull flag. Bitcoin fell 2%, struggling to clear resistance, underscoring capital rotation toward hard assets and selective energy plays. The episode includes technical and fundamental a

Renowned resource investor Rick Rule joins us for a powerful, no-holds-barred Q&A packed with insights into the current bull market in precious metals, uranium, oil, and beyond. From gold’s classic breakout pattern to under-the-radar junior miners, Rick outlines where the real value lies—and where retail investors are being misled. In this exclusive Rule Classroom Plus session, Rick breaks down key macro trends like the collapse of CPI credibility, de-dollarization, and the flight to hard assets. He also shares detailed opinions and updated rankings on dozens of mining companies including Cameco, Paladin, Energy Fuels, Trilogy, Silvercorp, and more. If you’re serious about commodity investing, this is required viewing. Join Rule Classroom Plus for direct access to Rick’s live Q&As, community interaction, premium education, and early-stage deal insights. Use the link below to get two months free and level up your natural resource investing game today.   Affiliates /Tools for Success that I Love and fin

Michael Oliver, founder of Momentum Structural Analysis, joins Steve Barton to reveal a stark macroeconomic outlook. He warns that the U.S. stock market, especially the S&P 500, is forming a broadening top—a classic sign of an impending bear market. By using momentum charts rather than traditional price action, Oliver identifies critical divergences and highlights tech leaders like Microsoft and NVIDIA as potential downside catalysts. He sees strong upside ahead for silver, silver equities, and select gold miners, noting that gold’s recent sideways action is not a sign of weakness but strength. The conversation also explores bearish signals in the U.S. dollar, persistent pressure in the bond market, and the potential knock-on effects in commercial real estate and emerging markets. Oliver outlines key levels to watch in copper, oil, and uranium as commodity markets show signs of awakening. Investors looking for clarity in today’s volatile environment will gain valuable insights from Oliver’s momentum-ba

Steve Barton returns with this week’s Monday Market Moves, breaking down the numbers driving equity and commodity markets. The S&P 500 climbed 2.4% to fresh highs while the 10-year yield hovered near 4.4%, hinting at a possible reversal in momentum. Gold pushed to $3,600 with eyes on $3,700, and silver tacked on 1.3%, extending its outperformance in the precious metals space. Commodities delivered a mixed picture. Copper, trading near $3.50, presented value opportunities, while uranium held its new floor above $80 and reinforced bullish sentiment. Oil slid more than 5% to $72, natural gas broke below $3 toward $2.75 support, and coal steadied near $19. Platinum slipped toward $950 and palladium fell below $1,000, suggesting further weakness. Barton also spotlighted actionable trade levels in PHYS, GDX, COPX, and URNM.  Momentum spread across industrials and crypto alike, with nickel holding above $15,000 per ton, iron ore climbing toward $110, and Bitcoin advancing toward the 121,500 mark.  The episod

Brien Lundin, editor of Gold Newsletter and host of the New Orleans Investment Conference, joins Steve Barton for a deep dive into macroeconomics, mining stocks, and precious metals. Lundin outlines how decades of easy money and mounting debt have forced central banks into record gold purchases, setting the stage for a major move in metals markets. He explains why mining stocks—particularly junior miners—have lagged behind the rising gold price and why that’s creating a unique investment opportunity. The discussion covers gold’s technical outlook, silver’s breakout potential, and the long-term case for copper, with Lundin naming companies like Gladiator Metals and Banyan Gold as key watchlist additions. Lundin also previews the upcoming New Orleans Investment Conference, highlighting its value to investors looking for insight, opportunity, and direct access to top-tier speakers and company executives. Viewers are encouraged to like, share, and subscribe for more expert commentary on metals and markets.  

Ed Sterck, Director of Research at the World Platinum Investment Council, joins Steve Barton to explore the platinum and palladium markets, their supply-demand dynamics, and key investment trends. He shares his path from geology to leading platinum research, offering a clear view of current market forces and opportunities for investors. The conversation examines platinum’s near-million-ounce annual deficit, the constraints on mine supply, and the influence of recycling, jewelry, industrial use, and ETFs on pricing. Sterck contrasts platinum’s outlook with palladium’s approaching surplus, unpacks geopolitical and tariff effects, and highlights China’s jewelry market, the hydrogen economy, and automotive demand trends. He concludes with insights on where platinum’s value may head and the factors that could reshape the PGM sector. Viewers are encouraged to like, share, and subscribe for more expert metals market analysis.   Connect with Ed Sterck! YouTube: https://platinuminvestment.com/ LinkedIn: h

Chris Marcus of Arcadia Economics joins Steve Barton to break down the hidden dynamics of the silver market, the macroeconomic forces shaping gold and silver, and the tactics used by major silver banks. He shares his journey from Wall Street to commodities, offering strategies for navigating volatile markets. The discussion covers how rising debt fuels demand for precious metals, why retail selling hasn’t stopped silver’s climb, and the mechanics behind alleged price suppression. Marcus also examines possible gold revaluations, Mexico’s mining policies, and why a silver supply crunch could take years to resolve. To close, he outlines trends in the mining stock cycle, the role of institutional interest in mid-tier and junior miners, and the long-term outlook for silver. Viewers are encouraged to like, share, and subscribe for more in-depth commodities insights.   Connect with Chris Marcus! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arcadiaeconomics Substack: https://goldandsilverdaily.substack.com/  

Steve Barton delivers this week’s Monday Market Moves with clear insights into commodity and equity trends. The S&P 500 gained 2.4% as gold hit fresh record highs and silver outperformed. Copper showed signs of opportunity with deep discounts, while uranium held firm near its new floor. Oil slipped over 5%, and the dollar and bond yields hinted at short-term reversals. Precious metals remain strong, with gold eyeing $3,700 and silver setting up for further gains. Platinum and palladium face potential downside, while energy markets gave mixed signals—natural gas trended lower, coal held steady, and uranium miners showed strength. Key trade levels were outlined for PHYS, GDX, COPX, URNM, and more. Bitcoin continued its push higher, approaching key resistance, and industrial metals like nickel and iron ore gained momentum. Stay ahead in commodity investing with Steve Barton’s weekly analysis. Like, share, and subscribe for timely market forecasts, technical setups, and ETF-focused strategies. The episode