U.S. Tariffs Target Swiss Gold Bars, Shaking Up Global Supply
In a surprise move, the U.S. is slapping tariffs on Swiss gold bars, as reported by the Financial Times. This development not only strains trade relations but also has implications for the precious metals market. With Switzerland being a global refining hub, the added cost could ripple through prices and…
For The First Time Since COVID Crash, Credit-Card Debt Shrinks For Second Month
For The First Time Since COVID Crash, Credit-Card Debt Shrinks For Second Month On the surface, there were no major surprises in today’s consumer credit report: after last month’s $5.1 billion increase, consensus expected a sequential increase of $7.5 billion and it got almost exactly that: an increase of $7.37 billion to $3.758 trillion, up […]
Trump Appoints Stephen Miran As Fed Governor, Replacing Kugler: Dollar Dumps, Gold And Crypto Surge
Trump Appoints Stephen Miran As Fed Governor, Replacing Kugler: Dollar Dumps, Gold And Crypto Surge Update: Trump just confirmed that Miran will serve on the Board until Jan 31, 2026, as replacement for outgoing governor Kugler. * * * The dollar dumped, and gold and crypto jumped on a bloomberg report that Trump is preparing […]
China Keeps Buying: PBOC Adds Gold for 9th Straight Month
China’s central bank increased its gold reserves for the ninth month in a row in July, bringing holdings to nearly 74 million ounces—valued at almost $244 billion. This consistent buying trend by one of the world’s largest central banks underscores a long-term strategic shift toward gold. The move reinforces gold’s…
Investors Turn to Gold Amid Trade Friction and Weak Jobs Data
Gold climbed to its highest level in over two weeks as trade tensions and expectations of interest rate cuts boosted safe-haven demand. President Trump’s new tariffs took effect, sparking global trade friction, while U.S. jobless claims rose to a one-month high—fueling speculation that the Federal Reserve will cut rates soon….
Gold Remains Resilient as Fed Faces Tough Choices
Gold prices remain near recent highs despite a slight dip, as investors grow concerned about the U.S. economy slipping into stagflation—a troubling mix of stagnant growth and rising inflation. A disappointing jobs report and weakening service-sector data have increased expectations that the Federal Reserve may soon cut interest rates. With…
Why Silver’s Supply Shock Is Inevitable
Here’s something wild: most silver mines aren’t really silver mines. Roughly 70% of all silver comes as a byproduct of mining for other metals like copper, zinc, and lead. That means silver production isn’t responding to silver demand — or even silver prices. And that’s a problem. In the latest…
Traders Trim Gold Bets as Kremlin Hints at De-escalation in Ukraine
Gold prices saw an early jump but later trimmed gains after the Kremlin confirmed upcoming talks between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump. The announcement follows a meeting between Putin and Trump’s envoy, suggesting a potential shift toward peace in Ukraine. Any easing in geopolitical risk tends to soften demand for…
Incrementum Releases August 2025 Gold Compass — 50+ Charts Included
Incrementum is back with their Monthly Gold Compass for August 2025, packed with fresh insights and exclusive charts on gold, silver, mining stocks, and macro trends. Drawing from their renowned In Gold We Trust research series, this chartbook delivers over 50 visualizations and actionable data for anyone tracking the precious…
Central Banks Continue Buying Gold, Led by Uzbekistan and Poland
According to the World Gold Council, central banks added a net 22 tonnes of gold to their reserves in June, with Uzbekistan breaking a four-month selling streak by purchasing 9 tonnes. In Q2, global central bank gold buying totaled 166 tonnes, with Poland leading the way by adding 19 tonnes….