In a recent interview, Kiyosaki revealed he’s been hoarding the metal: “I have boxes of gold. I own gold mines,” he said (4).Indeed, precious metals are often viewed as a natural hedge against inflation — unlike fiat currencies, they can’t be printed at will by central banks. Gold is also widely considered the ultimate safe haven asset. It’s not tied to any one country, currency or economy and in times of economic turmoil or geopolitical uncertainty, investors often flock to it — driving prices higher.Kiyos ...

Group 1: Company Overview - Strategy, originally known as MicroStrategy, was co-founded by Michael Saylor in 1989 and initially focused on business intelligence software solutions [3][4] - The company went public in 1998 under the ticker MSTR but faced legal issues with the SEC in 2000 regarding overstated revenues and earnings [4] - After a long period of stagnant stock performance, Strategy began to rise significantly at the end of 2020 following its first Bitcoin purchase [4] Group 2: Bitcoin Acquisition Strategy - In 2020, Strategy adopted Bitcoin as its primary treasury reserve asset, making a $250 million purchase to hedge against economic uncertainty and inflation [5][6] - Michael Saylor emphasized Bitcoin's potential as a dependable store of value and an attractive long-term investment compared to holding cash [6] - The company's strategy for acquiring Bitcoin has evolved to primarily involve raising funds through the sale of convertible notes, which allows investors to eventually convert their notes into Strategy stock [6]

As a technician to the core, I can’t help but look at the below chart and think to myself, “That’s one way to be a store of value.” Ishares Bitcoin Trust ETF's (IBIT) price is flat over two years. But yes, I’m burying the lead there. Lots of gyrations to get to zero returns over that time. My assessment of this daily chart is simple. This might be Bitcoin’s (BTCUSD) last stand, in that if its price gets buried at the next level down ($30? Below $30?), it could take a long time to recover. More News from ...

Core Insights - Bitcoin's integration into Wall Street was expected to provide stability but has instead led to increased vulnerability due to reliance on American capital, which is currently retreating [1] Group 1: Market Dynamics - Since October 10, approximately $8.5 billion has exited US-listed spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds, and futures exposure on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange has decreased by about two-thirds from its late-2024 peak to around $8 billion [2] - Bitcoin prices on Coinbase have consistently traded at a discount compared to offshore exchange Binance, indicating ongoing selling pressure from US investors [2] - The shift in market dynamics has seen Bitcoin's price, which reached a record of $67,500 on October 6, now stalling without a clear catalyst for recovery [4] Group 2: Institutional Investment Trends - The initial institutional investment thesis has faltered, as Bitcoin has not performed as a hedge against inflation or market stress, often declining alongside traditional assets [5] - The unwinding of crypto trades has resulted in a thinner market, with demand for borrowed exposure on the CME at its lowest since mid-2023, leading to fewer forced buyers during price increases and less natural absorption during sell-offs [6] - Hedge funds previously engaged in basis trades, buying spot Bitcoin while selling futures contracts, but this strategy lost its appeal when the spread compressed below Treasury yields after October 10 [7][8]

It feels like the sky is falling again, doesn’t it? If you’ve been watching the charts lately, you’ve seen the Bitcoin price slide aggressively in 2026, testing the nerves of even the most seasoned veterans. We are currently staring down a drop toward the $60,000 range, a far cry from the euphoria of the $100,000 highs we saw not long ago. But according to industry experts, this isn’t a catastrophic crash; it’s a stress test. Anthony Pompliano, founder of Professional Capital Management, recently describ ...

Group 1 - The core idea is that seniors are increasingly purchasing gold bars as an investment at Costco, rather than traditional jewelry counters [1][6] - Gold prices have surged by 70% over the past year, significantly outperforming the S&P 500, which has risen by 13.95% [2] - Gold is viewed as a hedge against high inflation, although its volatility has been notable this year, with reports indicating it is trading like a meme stock [2] Group 2 - Costco offers competitive pricing for gold, with a 1-ounce gold bar listed at $4,559.99, compared to a spot price of $4,982.60 on the same day [3] - Executive members at Costco can receive up to 4% back on gold purchases, enhancing the value proposition for buyers [4] - There is a purchase limit of four 1-ounce bars per member every 24 hours, which may affect buying strategies [4]

Group 1 - Gold prices have seen significant gains, briefly testing $5,600 per ounce before settling around $5,500, marking an increase of over 3% in a single session [2] - Silver has also surged past $119 an ounce, outperforming gold in both momentum and narrative [2] - The current market dynamics indicate a shift from traditional inflation hedging to a focus on confidence and liquidity, as investors seek solid assets [2] Group 2 - The gold market is experiencing classic melt-up behavior, with overbought conditions being less impactful due to overwhelming capital flows [4] - The 14-day RSI for gold is above 90, indicating extreme overbought conditions, yet prices remain above major moving averages [3] - The weakening US dollar, down nearly 11% year over year, is a significant driver of gold's price increase, overshadowing factors like mine supply and jewelry demand [7]

As Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:XOM) prepares to report fourth-quarter earnings on Jan. 30, the energy giant faces a complex landscape defined by softening crude prices and a sudden geopolitical shift.While lower upstream realizations are expected to weigh on results, analysts forecast that robust refining and record production volumes in Guyana and the Permian Basin will provide a critical earnings buffer.Refining Resilience Meets Market HeadwindsWall Street consensus estimates project fourth-quarter Earnings P ...

2025 was a disappointing year for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) bulls. The world's top cryptocurrency saw wild swings, but it ultimately fell more than 5% for the whole year. That drop can be attributed to Treasury yields, which remained high even as the Fed cut its benchmark rate, to messy macro headwinds, and to a rotation toward more conservative investments. Bitcoin is off to a better start in 2026. It's only risen about 1% year-to-date as of this writing, but a few catalysts might stabilize its price and dr ...

Group 1: Gold Price and Market Dynamics - The price of gold has increased by 85.56% over the past 12 months, currently exceeding $5,100 on the Comex continuous contract [1] - Jewelry makers and retailers face challenges due to fluctuating gold prices, as they must manage inventory and cash flow while waiting to purchase new gold [2] - Jewelry companies often borrow physical gold, repaying the same amount rather than its dollar value, which helps mitigate exposure to price fluctuations [3] Group 2: Tokenized Gold and Innovations - Tokenized gold allows investors to buy crypto tokens representing gold, with platforms backing these tokens on a one-to-one basis with gold assets [5] - The two largest tokenized gold cryptocurrencies are Tether's XAUT, with a market cap of $2.6 billion, and Paxos's PAXG, with a market cap of $2 billion, totaling a combined market cap of $4.6 billion [5] - Tokenized gold has a downside as its value directly correlates with gold prices, making it a less effective hedge against inflation [6] - Companies like Theo, Libeara, and Falcon Finance are developing tokenized gold that offers yield to investors, providing interest-like payments even if gold prices decline [7]