In today’s completely interconnected world, our computers and cellphones — even our banks and financial institutions — are highly vulnerable to next-generation hacking technology. Powerful hacking tools are now so widely available that even novices can wreak havoc, such as the recent “WannaCry” ransomware attack that brought down networks globally.

The U.S. economy continues to battle storm clouds on every side. Experts were caught off guard last week when a particularly bad data report hit the wires, sending gold prices up for a fourth week in a row. Not surprisingly, the news was about employment. U.S. job growth in May landed well below expectations with … Read more

Short term trends have been favorable to gold in May, with bullion currently near its one-month price peak. TD Waterhouse research says the main drivers include an unexpectedly dovish Fed, a weaker U.S. dollar and rising political uncertainty. “Given the current political circumstances and emerging uncertainty surrounding US rate hikes and broader monetary and fiscal … Read more

Legendary investor Warren Buffett relies on one simple rule to know when stocks are too hot. In pro investing circles, it is known as the “Buffett Indicator.” Buffett himself calls it “the best single measure of where valuations stand at any given moment.” What is the magic indicator? The ratio of total stock market capitalization … Read more

Over the last few days, America has been rocked by the largest cyberattack the world has ever seen: the so-called “WannaCry” virus.

Stocks are trading at nosebleed levels, interest rates are on the rise and signs of a housing bubble abound. This is a perfect time to consider physical gold and silver as the insurance policy you need to weather the coming turbulence. 2017 marks the eighth anniversary of the second longest bull market in history. If … Read more