This week’s episode of The Crest Report may be one of the most important market breakdowns of the year — and if you’re watching your retirement accounts with a cautious eye, you’ll understand why.

Across the economy, the warning signs are stacking up fast:

• Consumer confidence has collapsed to a 3-year low.

• Tech stocks are cracking under pressure.

• Layoffs just hit their worst October since 2003.

• And quietly, Washington added silver to America’s official “Critical Minerals” list for the first time.

GoldenCrest Metals founder Rich Jacoby joins Tim Conway Jr. to break down exactly what these developments mean for everyday Americans — especially those with IRAs, 401(k)s, or investment portfolios exposed to market volatility.

🎥 Watch the Full Episode:
Consumer Confidence Craters. Tech Cracks. Silver Upgraded.

The Economy Is Flashing Red — And Precious Metals Are Flashing Opportunity

If you’ve been sensing instability in the markets, this episode confirms it.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

1. Big Tech’s Early Warning Signals

Several Wall Street tech giants are showing cracks beneath the surface. From slowing growth to softening earnings, the companies responsible for carrying the market these past few years are starting to wobble — and historically, that’s one of the earliest signs of trouble ahead.

2. Consumer Confidence Plunges to Recession Levels

The latest consumer sentiment reading cratered to a three-year low as Americans grow increasingly concerned about inflation, rising costs, and job security. When confidence drops this sharply, recessions often follow.

3. Worst October for Layoffs Since 2003

Companies aren’t just cautious — they’re cutting deep. Last month saw the highest October layoff numbers in more than two decades, signaling tightening budgets and weakening business conditions.

4. Silver Quietly Added to the U.S. “Critical Minerals” List

This is a major development the mainstream media barely touched.
The U.S. government officially upgraded silver to America’s Critical Minerals list — a recognition of its essential role in national security, clean energy, and manufacturing.

Why does this matter?

• Greater strategic importance

• Increased long-term demand

• Potential supply pressure

• Stronger fundamentals for silver prices

It’s rare for metals to receive this designation, and it’s already influencing investor interest.

5. Gold Demand Surges 58% as ETF Inflows Hit Records

At the same time, global gold demand is exploding. ETF inflows have hit multi-year highs as investors hedge against market uncertainty, rising geopolitical risk, and weakening economic data.

Smart money is moving to hard assets.

6. The $800,000 Backyard Gold Discovery

You’ll also hear the incredible story of a California homeowner who uncovered $800,000 in gold coins while digging a swimming pool — a reminder that physical metals remain one of the most durable, lasting stores of value in human history.

Why This Episode Matters for Your Retirement

If you have an IRA or 401(k), now is the time to pay attention.

With the economy showing stress fractures, millions of Americans are asking the same question:

“Is my retirement exposed if the market turns?”

That’s why today’s episode is so timely. Rich Jacoby breaks down:

• How gold and silver perform during downturns

• Why demand is rising among long-term investors

• How precious metals can hedge against volatility

• What adding silver to the Critical Minerals list means for the future

• How to protect your retirement with real, tangible assets

This isn’t fear-based investing. It’s smart, defensive positioning.

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Ready to Learn How Gold or Silver Fits Into Your Retirement Strategy?

If today’s episode opened your eyes to the shifting economic landscape — or if you’re concerned about protecting your retirement from market volatility — GoldenCrest Metals is here to help.

Our specialists can walk you through:

• Setting up a Gold IRA or Silver IRA

• Rolling over an existing 401(k) or IRA

• Understanding which metals are right for your goals

• Navigating market uncertainty with clarity and confidence

📞 Call GoldenCrest Metals today at 833-426-3825 to get your questions answered and receive your free information guide.

Your retirement deserves protection — and now is the time to take action.