September 18, 2025
Gold prices have surged past $3,600 per ounce, but experts say it’s not too late to invest. With inflation still rising, the dollar losing value, and likely Fed rate cuts ahead, gold could have plenty of room left to grow. Beyond its growth potential, gold remains a time-tested safe haven, a powerful hedge against economic uncertainty, and an easy way to diversify your portfolio—even without a large upfront investment.
The Federal Reserve is poised to cut interest rates this week for the first time in nine months, but the real question is what comes next. While slowing job growth has strengthened the case for easing, stubborn inflation leaves Fed officials divided on how far to go. New projections will reveal whether policymakers see just a couple of tactical cuts—or a longer cycle of monetary stimulus—while Jerome Powell’s message may matter less as divisions within the Fed grow.
A new report from FICO shows U.S. consumers are feeling the strain of inflation and higher interest rates, with national credit scores dipping and delinquencies rising—especially among Gen Z borrowers burdened by student loans. While the average score of 715 remains historically high, experts warn this may mask growing financial stress, making it a lagging indicator of true credit health. With more households falling behind, the risks to consumer stability are mounting.
UBS has issued a stark warning: there’s a 93% chance the U.S. enters recession this year, based on weakening jobs, falling incomes, and slowing industrial output. While the bank stops short of predicting an outright collapse, experts caution that stagflation—a toxic mix of inflation and stagnation—could be next. With unemployment rising and major banks sounding alarms, Americans are being urged to prepare by boosting liquidity, paying down debt, and diversifying investments to weather potential turbulence.
Nearly a week after Charlie Kirk’s killing shocked the nation, prosecutors have charged 22-year-old Tyler Robinson with seven state crimes, including aggravated murder, obstruction of justice, and witness tampering. Prosecutors say they will seek the death penalty, citing DNA evidence and Robinson’s alleged confession. The case now moves toward a preliminary hearing, while federal prosecutors weigh possible additional charges—though options may be limited. With political violence on the rise, this trial is expected to draw national attention as it unfolds.
