The Economy Looks Strong… But Is It? - Jim Welsh #6361

Kerry Lutz and Bruce de Torres call out California's $20+ minimum wage for crushing small businesses, accelerating closures, and wiping out jobs — while large corporations adapt and smaller operators are left with no escape route. Bruce explains why the minimum wage fight is only a symptom of decades of failed policy and education, and how those pressures have steadily marginalized independent businesses across the country. The conversation then shifts to federal procurement, where Bruce exposes how the Small Business Administration consistently falls short of its 23% contracting goal, allowing large firms to capture work meant to create jobs through small businesses. Find Bruce here: https://asbl.com and here: https://www.dontcheatwomen.com Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe    Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon!  Get your copy here:   https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz  "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5  

Trump's rhetoric is shaking headlines — and driving markets higher. Kerry Lutz and Dale explain why extreme political positioning can translate into real upside for investors. The AI boom remains the engine. As profitability comes into focus, both see the S&P 500 and NASDAQ pushing toward new highs if Trump's economic vision begins to take shape. Gold and silver are flashing warning signs. Rising prices reflect global instability and growing demand, with Kerry cautioning that government intervention becomes more likely as metals climb. Geopolitical pressure is building. Russia and China continue challenging the dollar's dominance, while the U.S. accelerates its push toward domestic self-sufficiency. Looking ahead, Dale sees AI as truly transformative, with clearer winners emerging by 2026. Discipline and timing may matter more than ever as opportunities expand. Find Dale here: https://rdsmotherswealth.com Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe    Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon!  Get your copy here:   https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz  "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

Kerry Lutz and Jim Welsh dig into why the U.S. economy looks stable on the surface, with growth near 2.5%, but may be far less balanced underneath. Jim warns that government spending is masking a widening divide, where the top 10% of earners drive consumption while lower-income households feel increasing pressure. Despite recent market weakness, Jim notes that internal indicators like the advance-decline line remain firm, historically limiting the depth of market corrections. This helps explain why markets continue to hold together even as risks quietly build. They also discuss President Trump's global negotiating strategy, including Greenland, and how climate change is reshaping geopolitical priorities. Both agree Trump's provocative rhetoric is often calculated and effective. Jim closes with insights on the dollar's recent decline, suggesting crowded short positions could fuel a rally. He expects gold and silver pullbacks before rebounding, cautions against long-term bonds at current prices, and anticipates rising volatility as money rotates across markets and political pressure builds ahead of midterm elections. Find Jim here: https://www.macrotides.com Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe    Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon!  Get your copy here:   https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz  "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

Silver prices are surging as a multi-year supply deficit collides with shrinking above-ground inventories. Rob Kientz explains why years of underproduction, rising mining costs, and long development timelines are creating a physical silver squeeze that's becoming impossible to ignore. Despite higher prices, U.S. retail investors remain largely disengaged, distracted by tech stocks and crypto. Meanwhile, governments and institutional buyers are quietly positioning for shortages, even as some individuals are forced to sell precious metals out of financial necessity — a pressure that hasn't slowed silver's upward trend. Kientz breaks down the growing disconnect between paper markets and physical demand, arguing that silver could follow gold's trajectory if the gold-to-silver ratio continues to narrow. He also explores the historical role of silver coinage and the U.S. Mint's production challenges as profit priorities shift away from bullion. Looking ahead, Kientz outlines why silver prices could reach $150 by 2026, while cautioning listeners about volatility, market corrections, and the importance of disciplined strategies like dollar-cost averaging — especially for those focused on owning physical metal. Find Robert here:  Robert Kientz Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe    Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon!  Get your copy here:   https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz  "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

Markets are sending shockwaves: silver soars while Bitcoin stumbles under pressure. Kerry Lutz and Dan Novaes break down a market in upheaval, explaining what's driving the divergence and why it matters for anyone holding wealth today. Dan exposes the forces behind crypto's shakeups — from drawdowns and regulatory shifts to corporate treasuries quietly stacking Bitcoin. He explains why volatility is normal, long-term trends still matter, and how millennials are redefining what "safe haven" really means. The discussion also dives into gold, Ethereum, and smart crypto strategies, including ETFs, dollar-cost averaging, and avoiding beginner traps. They close with a hard look at security: why keeping assets on exchanges is risky, and how offline storage and proper planning can protect serious holdings. Find Dan here: https://www.modemobile.com Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe    Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon!  Get your copy here:   https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz  "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

Silver is no longer just a precious metal — it may be becoming a strategic necessity. Kerry Lutz sits down with silver expert Michael Arries to break down why silver demand is accelerating, driven by electronics, AI, and critical industrial use. With sustained physical buying pressure, Michael explains why traditional paper market manipulation is losing its grip. As supply tightens, the conversation turns serious. Michael warns that future government and national defense actions could dramatically impact availability, limiting investor access just as demand surges. He outlines a bold price outlook, suggesting silver could reach $200–$300, while also sharing why trading some silver for gold may be a smart way to lock in gains amid rising volatility. Kerry echoes the urgency, cautioning that opportunities like this may not last if government intervention steps in. This is a timely conversation for investors trying to stay ahead of what could be a historic shift in the silver market. Find Michael here: http://www.mcalvany.com/ Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe    Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon!  Get your copy here:   https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz  "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

Gerald Celente joins Kerry Lutz to break down the accelerating economic and geopolitical crisis unfolding worldwide. As governments prioritize military spending during economic downturns, Celente warns that consumers — not economies — are being sacrificed. Gold and silver are surging as safe-haven assets, signaling rising fear beneath the surface. The Trends Research team argues this shift reflects growing expectations of a much larger global conflict. The discussion covers Europe's leadership failures, U.S. foreign policy, and escalating tensions in Ukraine, Israel, and Iran, exposing the widening gap between peace rhetoric and military reality. They also examine Gen Z's political awakening, growing disillusionment, and pushback against an expanding "nanny state" as opportunities shrink and debt piles up. Find Gerald here: https://trendsjournal.com Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe    Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon!  Get your copy here:   https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz  "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

Mark Shaw takes listeners deep into the dark, hidden side of history, exposing how power, organized crime, and corruption shaped the fates of JFK, RFK, and those who dared to uncover the truth. From his days as a criminal defense lawyer to becoming a bestselling author, Shaw reveals shocking FBI files, mafia confessions, and the untold story of journalist Dorothy Kilgallen—whose fearless investigation into the JFK assassination may have cost her life. Shaw uncovers patterns of manipulation, overlooked evidence, and dangerous cover-ups, arguing that Sirhan Sirhan was a pawn in a larger conspiracy. This conversation challenges everything you thought you knew about history, showing why independent research is crucial and how the echoes of these deadly lies still matter today. Find Mark here: https://markshawbooks.com Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe    Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon!  Get your copy here:   https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz  "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

Silver is no longer trading like a paper asset — and that changes everything. Kerry Lutz and David Morgan break down why the market structure has shifted, how physical demand is overwhelming paper suppression, and why $100 silver is no longer a fringe target — it's a bullseye. They examine JP Morgan's quiet move to the long side, the historical roots of silver suppression dating back to 1965, and why the LBMA and COMEX are losing control as physical markets take over. David also explains why silver stocks may offer asymmetric upside versus physical metal, including dividends, leverage, and tax advantages — plus how marketing, messaging, and timing could shape the next phase of the silver trade. This isn't hype. It's the endgame. Find David here: https://themorganreport.com Find Kerry here KerryLutz.com and here: https://inflation.cafe    Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon!  Get your copy here:   https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz  "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

Kerry Lutz and Erik Weir explore why intelligence alone doesn't lead to financial success — and why many smart, high-earning people still struggle with money. Erik shares his personal journey, from overcoming a childhood brain injury and stutter to developing a resilience-driven mindset that shaped his views on wealth, discipline, and long-term thinking. They break down core financial principles too many people were never taught, including compound interest, deferred consumption, and the dangers of living beyond your means. Kerry and Erik discuss how poor financial literacy traps families in cycles of debt, why relying on inheritances is a mistake, and how even top earners — including professional athletes — often sabotage their own futures. The conversation also dives into real-world opportunities, from real estate realities in Florida to niche business ideas like high-end housing for pilots. They touch on entrepreneurship, wealth concentration in places like Silicon Valley, and the power of networking with the right people. The episode closes with a clear takeaway: financial freedom isn't about being smarter — it's about avoiding the hidden traps that keep wealth out of reach. Find Erik here: https://erikweir.com Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe    Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon!  Get your copy here:   https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz  "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5