Posts Tagged ‘December’

As we inevitably get closer to a cease-fire and end of hostilities in Ukraine, the markets will have to go through a period of rebalancing and reassessment. This week we have seen both Gold and digital gold (Bitcoin) drop handsomely. These, along with the price of oil, are all products that see their prices rise when global risk increases.

With so much happening in the world – especially now that Trump is back in office – the outlook is looking much brighter. The physical gold we bought three years ago at €1,700 per ounce is now over €2,800, and the trend remains positive.

While many might have hoped for it, the only law Trump didn’t put among his executive orders was one mandating the purchase of Bitcoin. We have undoubtedly entered a new era – whether for better or worse depends on one’s perspective.

The message may be blunt, but it’s essential: The economic landscape in Europe looks far from promising, especially for those of us watching closely as speculating investors.

The global economic landscape of 2025 presents a tale of two divergent paths: a dynamic resurgence in the United States under the Trump Administration and a deepening crisis in Europe.

As we approach the festive season, I want to take a moment to wish each of you a very Merry Christmas. For those who’ve had an exceptional year, that joy is a given—but it’s worth extending holiday cheer to everyone, regardless of the numbers on the balance sheet.

This past week has been marked by a series of events that disrupted market expectations and posed significant challenges. From Donald Trump’s prominent appearance at Notre Dame to the swift removal of…