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Bumpy Road Ahead Sign

Hang on, it Could be a Bumpy Ride

The governments of Canada, Germany, and France are in the midst of collapsing. What does this mean and why should it matter to preppers?
The BRICS countries have seen their currencies weaken after Trump's election.

Dollar Strengthens Under Trump as BRICS Currencies Plummet

The Ruble lost 10 percent last week while the U.S. stock market continues to reach new highs. One reason is the perceived strength of the new president and his economic plan.
Lots of categories make our economy tick.

What to Expect from Trump on the Economy

Will the economy boom or bust under Trump? What impact will has tax programs and pursuit of deregulation have on the economy?
A one-ounce gold Krugerrand

Gold Hits Another Record as Silver also Shines

Gold hits another record, causing the Krugerrand Pete bought prior to Y2K to be worth ten times what he paid for it.
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There is No Escape from Global Debt

We all know the U.S. is in debt and has hundreds of millions in unfunded liabilities. What most of us don't know is that things are worse in many of Europe's leading economies.
The U.S. debt clock shows how massive our debt load is, which may be driving up the price of gold.

What does the Rising Price of Gold Tell us?

Gold hit record highs last week, driven largely by demand for the metal considered a safe haven. Demand is high because of fears of a global war and fears of a financial crisis.
Home ownership, once a key component of the American Dream, is becoming unreachable for many Americans.

Bad Economic News Reflected in Earnings Reports

In what are signs of a possible recession, Dollar General, Lululemon, and Ulta Beauty all failed to meet expectations and saw their shares decline.
A soup kitchen during the great depression

Consumers are Pulling Back on Discretionary Spending

As markets tumble, a recession grows more likely, so use the time we have to prepare for it and to position yourself to survive.
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More Bad News — What Should You Do?

Headlines make it sound like the the end is nigh, with war and recession right around the corner. What should preppers do?
A protester starts a fire

Rising Debt Forces Higher Taxes, Cuts to Social Programs

All around the world, people are protesting in the streets because of rising prices and cuts to services. Here are warning signs to watch out for.