The Rise of Eastern Gold: Shifting Market Dynamics
Why Gold is Flowing from West to East? In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in the global gold market, with demand and market influence moving from the West to the East. This trend is driven by various factors, including geopolitical uncertainty, central bank purchases, consumer demand in China and India, and the […]
Golden Milestones: A Journey Through History
Gold’s journey has hit a new milestone, soaring to an all-time high of $2,195 this month. Gold Reached Record Highs AgainOn 8 March, gold made history again when it jumped up as high as $2,195/oz. Analysts are scrambling to update their forecasts, signaling a bullish outlook for 2024. Billionaires Mark Zuckerburg and Sam Altman Allegedly […]
Six Key Factors Influencing Precious Metal Prices: Current Trends and Future Outlook
The global market for precious metals, encompassing gold, silver, platinum and others, is a complex and dynamic arena influenced by a variety of factors. These metals hold significant value in various sectors, ranging from jewellery and industry to finance, often acting as a barometer for economic health as well as investor and collector sentiment. To […]
Golden Rules for Investors: What to Know Before Buying Physical Precious Metals
It’s a fantasy that may resonate with people of a certain era: swimming in a vault piled nearly to the ceiling with glittering gold bullion. This was a regular pastime of the cartoon character Scrooge McDuck in the late 1980s animated classic “Duck Tales.” It’s a scene that has led some to consider Scrooge McDuck […]
3 Big reasons to invest in 1-gram gold bars right now
When it comes to gold investing, there is no shortage of reasons to consider buying in. Not only has gold been a sought-after investment asset for hundreds of years, but it comes with unique benefits for those who add it to their portfolios. For example, adding gold to your investment mix can help to reduce […]
Investing in gold bars and coins? Pros and cons to know
Just like any other investment option, physical gold has its advantages and disadvantages. Investing in gold is a useful way for investors to protect their wealth and safeguard their portfolios from losses — no matter what the broader economy looks like. And the most straightforward way to invest in gold is buying physical gold, or […]
Gold vs Silver: 4 key differences you should know
To varying degrees, both gold and silver may provide a hedge in a potential economic or market downturn, as well as during sustained periods of rising inflation. Understanding the difference between how the two metals are used, their economic sensitivities and technical characteristics can help you determine which metal may benefit your portfolio. Here are […]
GOLD: A Journey with Idris Elba
The World Gold Council (WGC) has just dropped a gem of a documentary, and it’s none other than “GOLD: A Journey with Idris Elba” – available now on YouTube. In this documentary, Idris travels across continents to unravel the rich and often untold story of gold, exploring its significant impact on humanity and the world […]
World Gold Council outlook 2024
Gold had a strong 2023, defying expectations amid a high interest rate environment, and outperforming commodities, bonds and most stock markets. As we look forward to 2024, investors will likely see one of three scenarios. Market consensus anticipates a ‘soft landing’ in the US, which should also positively affect the global economy. Historically, soft landing […]
Recycling Gold: A New Trend Emerging Amid India’s Wedding Season
Gold, for Indians, transcends the tag of a mere precious metal. It is a symbol of affluence, an investment safety net, and a crucial part of cultural ceremonies. As the heart of the wedding season throbs, India witnesses a surge in demand for gold. However, the escalating gold prices are moulding consumer behaviour in a […]
