Here is something you can use to connect the dots to where the economy might be heading long term. It seems the world's governments can't keep up with the demand for gold coins. As the price of gold comes under pressure with the rest of the CPI, demand for gold coins is increasing evermore. Check this out:
http://www.nypost.com/seven/11182008/business/gov…
Those of you thinking we're at or near the bottom might want to throttle back on the optimism a little. Numismatics is often one of the most quiet but accurate gauges of things to come. When people are trading big screens for Krugerrands, it might be a good idea to be ready for a long, cold winter.
