Renowned investor Peter Schiff predicts continued gains for gold and silver, driven by a weakening U.S. dollar and shifting global monetary trends. He cites a loss of confidence in U.S. fiscal policy and central bank independence as key factors, suggesting gold will replace the dollar as a reserve asset.
Patchy rains may hit rural lending, banks stay cautious
Bankers are closely watching monsoon rains and their impact on rural credit. Uneven rainfall poses inflation risks for summer crops and rural incomes. A strong