The week was filled with some interesting stories. Here’s a quick rundown of what you might have missed.
Peter Grandich Warns Of ‘Most Dangerous Time In 40 Years’
Veteran investor Peter Grandich is sounding the alarm on the market, citing signals from precious metals and insider selling. He criticized the U.S. economic policy, the Federal Reserve, and the complacency of equity markets. Grandich predicts a major revision that could erase over a million jobs created in the last 18 months. He believes that precious metals, particularly gold, are telling the real story, with gold surging towards $3,600 an ounce.
Inflation And Unemployment Are Soaring
The U.S. economy is facing a stagflationary environment with rising prices and a spike in jobless claims. The August 2025 Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.9% from a year earlier, marking the highest level since January. This has put the Federal Reserve in a challenging position, as revealed by Thursday’s economic releases.
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Experts Say These 3 Asset Classes Could Be Game-Changers
As the U.S. Federal Reserve approaches a crucial decision, market expert John Murillo, Chief Business Officer of fintech solutions provider B2BROKER, suggests that an impending interest rate cut creates a strategic opportunity for investors to restructure their portfolios. Murillo recommends focusing on three key areas: bonds, large-cap growth stocks, and real assets to navigate the changing economic landscape.
Trump Forewarns Of Massive Debt
Trump issued a warning that the U.S. could be burdened with an enormous debt, amounting to "trillions and trillions of dollars" if his tariffs are nullified by the Supreme Court.
Economist Predicts ‘Gigantic Price Bubble’
David Rosenberg, founder of Rosenberg Research, has cautioned about a possible "gigantic price bubble" in the stock market amidst concerns over the S&P 500's forward returns.
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