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HOW MUCH GOLD DOES CHINA REALLY HAVE?

The financial landscape is changing right before our very eyes. Higher upcoming interest rates in the U.S., a possible Greek exit from the European Union and changes in energy policy are just a few of the many issues global markets are currently facing. Any talk, however, of changes in the global economy could not take place without throwing China into the discussion. As the world’s #2 economy, China has asserted itself as an economic powerhouse. The country is continuing to build upon this growth, and... Continue Reading

Back to Business

With the Labor Day Holiday weekend now in the rear-view mirror, investors will likely look to get back down to business as the month of September gets under way. With increasing trade volumes may also come an increase in market volatility. Investors appear to have gotten quite complacent in recent months as stocks have treaded water not far from previous all-time highs. This complacency, however, could lead to a significant market decline if a bearish catalyst gets the ball rolling. A primary area of concern... Continue Reading