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February 5, 2026
Debunking Social Security Myths in 2026: How to Make Smarter Claiming Decisions   
There are many misconceptions about Social Security and how it fits into retirees' financial plans. Miscalculating Social Security decisions can meaningfully influence lifetime income, survivor protection, and tax planning. Because claiming decisions are largely irreversible, small choices made at retirement can have long-term consequences. It is important to carefully review Social Security decisions to ensure they are made deliberately and with accurate information, rather […]
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January 29, 2026
What Will Stop The Metals Bull Market?
Precious metals have started 2026 as they finished 2025. Year to date, gold is up 8%, platinum 15%, and silver has gained an impressive 32%. Interestingly, industrial metals are also now joining the party. Copper has gained 4%, aluminum is up 5% and nickel is up 6%. This continuation of last year’s impressive performance leaves […]
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January 22, 2026
Rare Earth Elements: Tech's Hidden Backbone
Rare earth elements (REEs) are the unsung heroes inside smartphones, electric vehicles, wind turbines, and modern defense systems. Though not actually “rare” in the Earth’s crust, these elements—shown in purple on the periodic table—are difficult to mine, separate, and refine in economically viable concentrations. While rare earth elements may not be household names, they are […]
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January 8, 2026
Understanding Trump Accounts: A New Long-Term Savings Program for Children 
Trump Accounts are newly created tax-advantaged savings and investment accounts for children under age 18, established under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) passed in July 2025. Designed to encourage long-term financial security, these accounts provide an automatic government contribution along with additional opportunities for families, employers, and charities to support a child’s financial future.  Account Eligibility & Structure  Account Funding  […]
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December 30, 2025
The Most Obvious Pricing Anomalies
As Charles has highlighted, the value of Asian currencies, especially the renminbi, makes little sense today. This is obvious to anyone visiting the region. Nice hotel rooms in Beijing go for RMB700 a night; mediocre ones in New York are US$700. In Beijing, a cab ride to the airport costs around RMB100; in New York […]
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December 23, 2025
IPOs to Watch in 2026
The third quarter of 2025 marked the most active period for U.S. IPOs since 2021. During the quarter, 65 U.S. companies went public, raising $15.7 billion—up meaningfully from the 40 IPOs that raised $8.6 billion in the third quarter of 2024. Momentum was driven by 23 offerings that raised $100 million or more, including five […]
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December 17, 2025
Charity Spotlight: Eye Surgeons International
Our staff members participate in various charitable organizations, and while Evergreen Gavekal is not affiliated with the organization featured in this post, we believe its work is noteworthy and want to help increase awareness of its mission. This blog entry is intended solely to share information and highlight a cause that is meaningful to members […]
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September 25, 2025
Should I Invest in Bitcoin? (Part II)
In December 2017, we published a newsletter titled “Should I invest in Bitcoin?” At the time, Bitcoin was still a fringe asset gaining momentum. The price of one Bitcoin hovered above $10,000, and our advice then was to avoid it due to extreme volatility and uncertainty. That caution proved prudent: after quickly rising further, Bitcoin’s […]
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September 18, 2025
Louis Gave Discusses the Gold & AI: Deflationary Boom Ahead with Soar Financially
In this insightful interview on the Soar Financially show, Louis-Vincent Gave breaks down the key forces reshaping the global economy. The discussion covers gold’s surge past $3,700, the challenges facing AI companies burning through billions, and why the Federal Reserve’s moves may matter less amid a supply-driven shift from Asia’s re-industrialization. Gave also explores the […]
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September 11, 2025
2025 Estate Planning Changes
Estate planning is never a “set it and forget it” exercise, as laws continue to evolve at both the federal and state level. 2025 has brought meaningful updates that could impact Washington families, particularly those with larger estates. Thoughtful planning can help reduce estate tax liability and ensure assets pass smoothly to the next generation.   Federal Tax Exemption Update  The 2017 Tax […]
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