In this week's mini episode, Joel gives the key numbers: gold closed at about $3,330, up $100. Silver closed at $32.55, up $0.10. This week saw a new all-time high for gold ($3,358 on Thursday), frail manufacturing numbers and mounting pressure on Fed Chair Powell.

⏰Headlines

- Dollar Index stands at 99.13

- VIX fear gauge at 29.65

- Empire State Manufacturing Index at -8.1

- White House announces 245% tariff on China

- Powell emphasizes Fed caution

- Philly Fed Manufacturing Index at -26.4 (vs. 2.2 forecast)

- ECB cuts rates on Thursday for third time this year (now 2.25%)

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– 1 Peter 1:3

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The SchiffGold Friday Gold Wrap podcast combines a succinct summary of the week’s economic precious metals news coupled with thoughtful analysis. You can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts and other podcasting platforms.

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