Prediction: 1,700% by Jan. 1, 2025

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Before we get to our regularly scheduled issue…

We need to make sure you’re up to speed on the latest surrounding the assassination attempt against Donald Trump. Of course, our team has been on this story since it broke over the weekend.

Sean Ring discusses it in Rude Awakening. And moments ago, Jim Rickards published his full take on what happened and what you need to know in his Strategic Intelligence. You’ll also find his commentary in The Daily Reckoning later today.

Now, on to our regularly scheduled issue.

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Last week we asked for your top investment prediction. Plus, our team submitted their own predictions.

I received dozens of ideas, with predicted gains of anywhere from 25% to 1,000%.

One play could even deliver a 1,700% gain by New Year’s Day.

I’ll tell you all about it in a moment.

But first, let’s look at our Top Stories for last week and the Reader Forum.

Your Top Stories & Analysis of the Week:

• “Where Are the Handcuffs? (Boeing)” (Paradigm Pressroom’s 5 Bullets, Dave Gonigam): Boeing’s shoddy workmanship resulted in over 300 deaths — yet not one person is going to jail because of it. Instead, federal prosecutors gave the company a “sweetheart plea deal.” What’s worse, the slap on the wrist doesn’t change Boeing’s leadership or the culture that allowed these mistakes to happen in the first place. Dave doesn’t hold anything back as he lays out why this is just the latest outrage in a disturbing pattern. Shortly after Dave posted it, Sean Ring told us, “I'm probably not going to read anything this week as good.”

• “Teenage Mutant Crypto Hackers” (Altucher Confidential, Chris Campbell): A 15-year-old hacker orchestrated a $24 million Bitcoin theft, earning him the nickname, "Baby Al Capone." Chris unravels the teen’s journey from video game player to crypto criminal mastermind — and why it’s a good reminder of how vulnerable your digital data is. Chris also shares practical steps you can take to avoid becoming a victim of people like “Baby Al Capone”... including the name of a must-have physical device for total online protection. See why this was our most-liked e-letter of the week!

• “TSM Drops a $20.67 Billion Bombshell'' (Altucher’s Investment Network, James Altucher): One of the first AI names that James’ team recommended in September 2023 is up 121%. And James recently told his Investment Network readers why it still has plenty of juice left in the tank. As he explains, the company is at the cutting-edge of innovation. It’s also poised to take advantage of federal subsidies thanks to a manufacturing center being built in the United States. And while James is very confident in the company’s future, he also shares some risks to be aware of. This in-depth analysis was our top story last week. And even though it was only meant for James’ paid readers, I unlocked it to make sure you don’t miss out!

Remember, we publish tens to HUNDREDS of stories. The write-ups and presentations above are our TOP ones for the week — including one that had been roped off from the public. If you want to stay ahead of the pack, make sure you’re caught up now.

And if you’d like to nominate any of our stories for next week’s “Top 3,” just let me know at concierge@paradigmpressgroup.com.

The Reader Forum:

First in the Reader Forum today, new Trading Desk member Sam R. used the live chat feature to tell Greg Guenther:

I’m a newbie. I took a 278% profit on GDX.

Sam is talking about the VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX) Aug. 16, 2024, $38 calls that Greg recommended on July 3… and recommended closing on July 12.

That means Sam more than tripled his money in nine days!

I hope you’re reading this, Sam, because I’m thrilled to hear that you’re off to such a great start. And I expect Greg will have many more triple-digit wins for you in the weeks and months ahead.

We also got great news from Thomas C. in the James Altucher’s Early-Stage Crypto Investor chat:

I didn’t realize I'm up almost 700% on one of my positions. Paradigm Press rocks!

Wow, that's incredible, Thomas! A 700% gain is definitely something to celebrate.

I also agree that Paradigm Press is home to some great people — all working hard to help you achieve maximum results. While James and his team already saw this comment, I look forward to sharing it with everyone else!

And finally for today, Larry M. isn’t satisfied with an answer I gave in last week’s Reader Forum:

I have the same problem as a previous reader by the name of Christopher P…. I had no Idea that we needed to pay more money for every tip about investing in the market that you suggested. Had I known that, I would have never invested in your network… To me this has the making of a scam, because you were not up front as to how your business works.

We take scam accusations very seriously, Larry. And to say we charge “more money for every tip about investing” is completely false. So I’m hoping you’ll provide more details about your experience.

It looks like you joined Jim Rickards’ Strategic Intelligence after seeing one of Jim’s “Doomsday for the Dollar” presentations.

Your membership includes several reports that deliver everything Jim promised you. Each contains all the information you need to take action. None of them make you pay more to get the full story.

You also receive monthly issues of Jim Rickards’ Strategic Intelligence, featuring recommendations from Dan Amoss, Zach Scheidt, Byron King and more. Those specific investment ideas arrive every month — without costing an extra dime.

As Dave Gonigam has eloquently said in Paradigm Pressroom’s 5 Bullets, “if you suspect you’re not getting all the ‘deliverables’ you were promised in that lip-smacking sales promotion — if you don’t think you’re getting the buy and sell alerts and such — get in touch.”

My team and I are always standing by to help.

And we firmly believe Jim Rickards’ Strategic Intelligence provides everything you need to survive — even thrive — during the disasters Jim and his team see ahead.

But some people want more opportunities to cash in on what Jim sees coming. And they’re willing to take on bigger risks for more speculative plays.

So we have additional services that offer deeper insights into specific areas of the market. Of course, we want you to know they’re available, which is why we send you emails about them.

Yes, they cost extra. But they’re also completely optional. If you’re not interested, that’s OK. You’ll still get stock recommendations on a set schedule — without needing to pay more.

But if you still feel that we’ve deceived you, please let me know how. Tell me what we promised and didn’t deliver, then I’ll do whatever I can to make it right.

That wraps up this week’s Reader Forum.

Remember, your feedback is vital to our success… so please email me at concierge@paradigmpressgroup.com.

Questions? I’ll get answers! Comments? Let me hear them! Problems? I’ll try to solve them!

This is YOUR forum!

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Now, here’s what’s happening around the water cooler this week…

The Water Cooler — Upcoming Events and More

Two assets dominated last week’s survey: technology stocks and precious metals.

Some members believe Nvidia Corp. (NVDA) will still be on top by the end of the year.

“They are leading the way in AI,” says Robert V. “Their demand and profit level will keep growing,” adds Philip E.

Others are more excited by Apple Inc. (AAPL).

“A smart company,” says Gary P. And member John L. likes that it’s “now using AI to improve their products.”

Tesla Inc. (TSLA) found a few supporters, too.

Larry D. believes “Elon Musk will surprise the critics again and beat the estimates on EV and Robotaxi.”

Bill O. tells us “Musk has everything: cars, taxis, robots, financial centers.” Bill even believes TSLA shares could go up 1,000%

Our team thinks the spotlight will shift to tech companies that haven’t kept pace with other AI names.

“AI fever remains in place,” says Bob Byrne, a senior analyst for Altucher’s Investment Network. “But investors will shift funds away from Nvidia and toward the ‘me-too’ stocks that haven't exploded higher.”

He thinks Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (AMD) will take the crown for the rest of 2024.

Ray Blanco also expects Wall Street to move away from NVDA. Only he says the biggest beneficiary will be Intel Corp. (INTC).

Our “AI Underdog” is getting ready to produce state-of-the-art microchips that will compete with the best currently on the market. Ray also expects Intel to benefit from “a PC upgrade cycle going into 2025.”

If he’s right, INTC shares could double in the next six months.

On the precious metals side of things, most members simply said “gold” or “silver.”

There were some miners mentioned, like Coeur Mining Inc. (CDE) and Nevada Canyon Gold Corp. (NGLD).

Jim Rickards and Dan Amoss think a smarter play is to buy call options on a large senior miner.

“It’s not a stretch to assume a $60 target for Newmont Corp. (NEM) by January 2025,” Dan tells us.

So he and Jim believe NEM Jan. 17, 2025, $50 call options could soar as much as 300%.

(If you’re not sure how to take advantage of this recommendation, check out our FREE Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Stock Options.)

A few members believe silver offers better opportunities — particularly the iShares Silver Trust (SLV).

Keith M. cites the “perfect storm of inflation, BRICS, wars, the election turmoil and debt greater than GDP.” William K. chooses SLV because silver is “much better than gold in purchasing power if the dollar falters.”

Income and trading specialist Zach Scheidt agrees that SLV is the one to beat. Even better, stock options on SLV are so cheap right now that they offer superior profit potential.

“Buy SLV Jan. 17, 2025, $40 calls below $1,” he says. “If SLV hits $58, those calls will be worth $18 — a 1,700% gain.”

In other words, this is a chance to turn $1,000 into $17,00 by New Year’s Day!

Keep in mind that these aren’t official recommendations — so don’t expect updates or any sell advice from me.

But I will be keeping track of all the picks we received.

And I’ll share the results in our first Concierge Letter of 2025!