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April 22, 2025
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Gold Prices Hit Record Highs Amid Global Economic Uncertainty: What Investors Need to Know
Fitch Economist Warns of Stagflation and Economic Slowdown as Trump Tariffs Rise
How Early Jobs Shaped Taskrabbit's CEO Into a More Empathetic Gig Economy Leader
Gold Prices Hit Record Highs Amid Global Economic Uncertainty: What Investors Need to Know
As global economic instability intensifies, gold prices have surged to record highs, with New York spot gold topping $3,424 per ounce over 30% higher than at the start of 2025. Investors are flocking to gold as a traditional "safe haven" in response to mounting concerns over U.S. trade wars, inflation risks, and political volatility, particularly President Trump's escalating tariffs and threats to remove Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The International Monetary Fund has downgraded global and U.S. economic growth forecasts, further fueling market anxiety. While gold offers portfolio diversification and tangible value, experts caution it's not a guaranteed hedge against inflation and warn of price volatility and investment scams. As tensions persist—from trade conflicts to geopolitical crises in Gaza and Ukraine analysts predict gold could continue its climb, making investor education and caution more important than ever.
Fitch Economist Warns of Stagflation and Economic Slowdown as Trump Tariffs Rise
Fitch Ratings' chief economist Brian Coulton predicts a troubling U.S. economic outlook driven by President Trump's aggressive tariff policies, which he argues are more ideological than strategic. Coulton expects average tariffs to remain elevated, contributing to higher consumer prices and slower GDP growth now forecasted at just 1.2% in 2025. Contrary to claims that foreign exporters will absorb tariff costs, historical data shows U.S. consumers end up paying most of the price hikes. Coulton likens the tariff surge to a tax increase, warning it will erode real incomes, dampen consumer spending, and shrink corporate profits, leading to reduced investment and job growth. He also raises alarms about stagflation a mix of high inflation and unemployment noting it's a growing risk if current trends continue. Despite Trump's aim to reduce the trade deficit, Coulton believes the tariffs will offer only marginal gains while imposing significant long-term economic costs.
How Early Jobs Shaped Taskrabbit's CEO Into a More Empathetic Gig Economy Leader
Taskrabbit CEO Ania Smith credits her early jobs from delivering newspapers in freezing South Dakota mornings to waiting tables and managing restaurants with instilling the empathy and resilience that now guide her leadership in the gig economy. These formative experiences taught her to read people, adapt quickly, and understand the daily struggles of workers, especially those in service roles. As the daughter of Polish immigrants who faced employment barriers, Smith developed a deep appreciation for the grit behind every paycheck. Today, her hands-on approach signing up as a Tasker and working alongside gig workers keeps her grounded in the challenges they face, from delayed payments to logistical setbacks. Smith believes empathy isn’t just a soft skill it’s a strategic asset that drives smarter, more human-centered decisions in tech and business.
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