Currency today of the United States is the Federal Reserve Note or often referred to as United States Banknotes. The Federal Reserve Act of 1913 issued these “Notes” as legal tender with the words this note is legal tender for all debts, public and private. These notes are issued to Federal Reserve Banks at the […]
Gold and silver were indeed considered money under the US Constitution, and the Constitution granted Congress the authority to coin money, regulate its value, and specify the standards for coinage. Thomas Jefferson, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States and the third President of the United States had strong opinions about central banking […]
Markets often exhibit cyclical patterns, and these cycles can occur in various financial markets, including stock markets, real estate markets, and commodity markets. Interest rate cycles and business cycles are also very common based on monetary policy. Market cycles are driven by a combination of economic, psychological, and structural factors. A case can be made […]
The concept of coinage dates back to ancient civilizations and the earliest coins were developed independently in various regions of the world. It’s important to note that the concept of using standardized metal coins as a medium of exchange and representation of value emerged independently in different cultures over time. The specific dating and details […]
Let’s look at the cold hard facts when it comes to debt. Well, at least what we can see because we have no idea how many trillions are lost, stolen, or hidden. The US national debt in 2000 was $5.6 trillion. Today the US national debt is $32.7 trillion. Debt per taxpayer in 2000 was […]
The central banking system is a crucial component of a country’s monetary and financial framework. It plays a pivotal role in managing a nation’s currency, money supply, interest rates, and overall economic stability. Central banks operate as independent entities or government agencies and are responsible for implementing monetary policy to achieve specific economic goals.
The Fed was formed in 1913 The Federal Reserve System, often referred to as the Fed, was indeed established in 1913. It is the central banking system of the United States and plays a crucial role in the country’s monetary and financial stability. The Fed was created in response to a series of financial panics […]
Wealth preservation refers to strategies and actions taken to protect and maintain the value of one’s assets over time. It involves managing risks and minimizing potential losses to safeguard wealth and ensure its long-term sustainability. These strategies can include diversification, risk management, asset allocation, regular monitoring and review, and tax-efficient strategies. Wall Street will not […]
Look at a paper dollar bill in your pocket. This note no longer says One Dollar in silver payable to the bearer on demand. Our currency no longer says Twenty dollars in gold payable to the bearer on demand. Our currency is a Federal Reserve Note, it says it right on there in big capital […]
The term petrodollar refers to the concept of the United States dollar (USD) serving as the dominant currency for international oil transactions. It originated in the early 1970s when a series of agreements were reached between the United States and Saudi Arabia. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger played a crucial role in these negotiations. The […]
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