Opinion: Forget trade wars and tariffs — here’s the economy’s real enemy - MarketWatch
1. Tariffs draw media attention, overshadowing significant debt issues plaguing the economy. 2. U.S. federal debt is nearing $37 trillion, pressuring financial stability and growth. 3. Gold prices typically rise when trust falters and debt levels increase significantly. 4. Rising interest rates make corporate and consumer debt increasingly burdensome. 5. Investors are turning to gold as a hedge against economic uncertainty and rising debt.