Mike Dickson

Much stronger growth than expected last month After a volatile 2025, the job market has started 2026 with some much-needed strength U.S. employers added a surprisingly strong 130,000 jobs in December (see the chart), topping expectations of just 75,000 ne... See more

A look at the precious metal’s plunging price Since last fall, silver has soared – up a whopping 148% from the end of September through January 29, 2026, versus 4.6% for the S&P 500. Then came January 30, 2026, when investors were reminded why preciou... See more

Rising bond yields in Japan may boost costs for U.S. consumers and borrowers Yields on Japanese government bonds have surged to their highest levels in nearly 30 years—a development that could have some big implications for U.S. investors. Last week, for ... See more