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How One Missed Paycheck Could Break the Market
The critical deadline that could force Washington’s hand.
October 07, 2025
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Gold rises as Washington stalls, market seeks shelter in uncertainty.
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Good Morning, Markets are hitting fresh highs, but not for all the usual reasons. A record surge in gold is signaling growing unease as the U.S. government shutdown drags on. We explain why investors are piling into safe-haven assets, how interest rate bets are shifting, and the critical deadline that could force Washington’s hand.Pan Global Resources launches a $3M private placement to expand Spanish mining operations, Fortune highlights women like Tan Su Shan driving Asia’s business resurgence amid AI and trade shifts, and Pure Storage faces a downgrade after a massive rally raises valuation concerns. Democracy is not only important in our Nation, but also in this E-Mail. I've put a poll after the main story to better have you, the Reader's voice heard. That and trivia below. Here are your Morning Bullets. – Truly yours, Fred Frost |
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🔥 The Big BulletGold Surges Toward $4,000 as U.S. Shutdown ContinuesWhat happened: Gold prices jumped sharply yesterday, climbing as high as $3,970 per ounce. This move came as investors rushed to safe haven assets during the ongoing U.S. government shutdown. The rally was further fueled by market expectations that the Federal Reserve may soon cut interest rates. In another report, gold even surpassed the $3,900 mark amid rising political uncertainty and growing pressure on Congress and the White House to end the budget impasse. Why it matters: Gold is seen as a stable store of value when markets feel shaky. With the federal government unable to fund operations and growing concern over missed pay for workers, demand for gold is rising. Rate cut bets also make non-yielding assets like gold more attractive. This spike in prices may signal broader anxiety about U.S. fiscal health and market stability. If the shutdown continues or worsens, investors may increasingly shift away from stocks and bonds. The sharp movement also reflects how quickly markets react to signs of political risk. This could raise borrowing costs for the government and affect consumer confidence. All eyes are now on how Washington responds. What’s next: A critical moment is approaching: missing a military pay date could spark stronger calls to end the shutdown. That deadline may force Congress and the White House into action. At the same time, investors will be watching the Fed’s next policy signals closely. Any hint of rate cuts will likely push gold even higher. Also, if political tensions increase, more money could flow into precious metals. Traders and savers alike should be prepared for continued price swings. Keep an eye on inflation data and Treasury yields, as both could shift investor strategies around safe-haven assets.
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Yesterday, 96% of you chose the right answer to the trivia question: Inflation decreases the amount of goods and services money can buy
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