If the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield were to reach 5%, several potential negative effects could emerge:
Increased Borrowing Costs:
For the Government: Higher yields mean higher interest payments on government debt, which could lead to an increase in the national deficit if spending isn't curtailed or if taxes aren't raised.
For consumers: Mortgages, student loans, and other forms of debt that are tied to long-term rates would become mor...

The effects of a national economic emergency declaration by the United States, particularly one focused on trade policy like imposing universal tariffs, can have extensive repercussions on the world economy.
Here's how immediate economic effects are:
Trade disruption tariffs would raise the cost of American goods abroad and foreign goods in the U.S., potentially leading to reduced trade volumes. Countries dependent on exporting to the U.S. would face immediate...

To understand the correlation between silver prices and the U.S. Dollar Index (DXY), we need to look at how these two assets typically interact.
Generally, there's an inverse correlation between silver prices and the DXY. Silver, like gold, is often priced in the U.S. dollars, so when the dollar strengthens (DXY goes up), silver tends to become more expensive for investors using other currencies. This can lead to a decrease in demand for silver, potentially lowering its ...

Here are a few things to consider,
About the Trump economic policy and tariffs by increasing in U.S. tariff rates.Tariffs increase the cost of imported goods, which can lead to a decrease in imports. With fewer goods coming into the U.S., the trade deficit might shrink, or the surplus could grow if exports remain strong or increase. This improvement in the trade balance can strengthen the dollar because they reduce imports and improve trade balances but increase infl...

Feeling Merry?
The Conference Board survey has confirmed the optimistic sentiment reflected by the rapid rise in stock prices. Since 1987, this organization has been asking U.S. consumers monthly whether they believe stock prices will continue to rise over the next 12 months.
In the most recent survey, 56% of respondents believed that stock prices would rise in 2025, a proportion that significantly exceeds historical records and is much higher than the 26% recorded in 2...