Economics and Investing:

Reader O.J.W. spotted this: Why the price of gold is rising

Ryan mentioned this: Report: 10 states face looming budget disasters

Jason H. and “Oxy” were the first of dozen readers to mention this article: Peak Gold? Barrick shuts hedge book as world gold supply runs out

Items from The Economatrix:

Fed Officials Warn Weak Recovery Won’t Spur Jobs

Why Gold is Shining Brighter

Gold Bars Selling Like Hotcakes at Harrod’s

Gold Hits New Record, Now Eyes US $1200

Jim Willie: Ultimate Conditions for Recovery

Failure Written into “Too Big” Policy

Job Openings Remain Close to Record Lows

FDIC Boss: Big Banks Still Aren’t Lending Enough

Median Home Prices Fell in 80% of US Metro Areas in 3Q

Senate Dems Move to Curb Fed’s Power

Housing Plan Reaches 1 in 5 Borrowers

Ex-BofE Kingpin Says Don’t Buy US Treasuries as Fed May Raise Interest Rate