Equities Up, Gold Down as Debt Ceiling Discussions Register Progress
In recent weeks, the United States and the world at large have waited with bated breath as American lawmakers have discussed the possibility of raising the country’s debt ceiling. With millions of Americans currently experiencing a cost of living crisis, there have been fears that a debt default by the U.S. could have a significant economic impact. As last week drew to a close, Republicans had not offered President Joseph Biden a deal even as the country hurtled toward a disastrous debt default that threatened every American’s future. Because a debt default could cost millions of jobs, cause a 4.6%…