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Analysts: Gold Rush In China Is Propping Prices Up
6.5.2024
The interest and high demand for gold products in China is one of the factors that is propping the price of the precious metal up in international markets. Several analysts believe that the loss of confidence in traditional investment options in China, and the geopolitical factors and U.S....
Analyst: Gold and Silver Set to Rally Amidst a Collapse of the US Financial System
3.5.2024
Egon von Greyerz, a former banker and gold analyst, claims that gold and silver are set for a price rally amidst an upcoming collapse of the U.S. financial system. Von Greyerz states that interest rates will exceed 10% in a hyperinflationary environment, fueled by the issuance of unlimited debt...
Bitcoin’s Recent Weakness Is More Tied to Global Markets Than to Anything Crypto Specific, Coinbase Says
3.5.2024
Both equities and gold have been trading lower since reaching highs in mid-April, the report said
Fidelity Digital Assets Study: Bitcoin’s Volatility Declines as It Grows, Echoing Historical Asset Trends
2.5.2024
A new study by Fidelity Digital Assets reveals that as bitcoin matures, its volatility is decreasing, making it less volatile than several S&P 500 stocks. “As the asset class matures and its total market cap grows, the inflow of capital is expected to have a smaller impact because...
Former FTX Europe Head Pays $1.5M for Gold Watch Recovered From Titanic: WSJ
2.5.2024
Patrick Gruhn, the former head of FTX Europe, has paid nearly $1.5 million for a gold pocket watch recovered from the body of the Titanic’s richest passenger, The Wall Street Journal has reported
Peter Schiff Declares Bitcoin in Bear Market Amid US Economy’s Stagflation Reality
2.5.2024
Economist and gold advocate Peter Schiff has declared bitcoin to be in a bear market, despite the recent surge in interest in spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Additionally, he cautioned that economic data provides conclusive evidence that stagflation is not merely a future prospect...
Physical version of gold-backed token replaces Zimbabwe dollar
30.4.2024
The country has struggled with an unstable currency for years, but now it will have one backed by reserves three times larger than its issuance
Bitcoin.org Owner Cobra Warns About Illegalization of Bitcoin Self-Custody in the US
30.4.2024
Cobra, the pseudonymous owner of the Bitcoin.org domain, has voiced concerns about future actions from the U.S. government regarding bitcoin ownership. He anticipates a possible ban on the self-custody of bitcoin even when its application and enforcement might be impractical. Bitcoin.org Owner...
Tether Expands to TON Blockchain With $60M USDT Launch
22.4.2024
Tether has partnered with the TON Foundation, launching $60 million of USDT on The Open Network (TON) blockchain as announced at the Token2049 event in Dubai, making TON the 11th largest blockchain out of 16 supproting Tether. This collaboration also introduced the gold-pegged Tether Gold (XAUT)...
Russia Warns US of Further Aggravation After Funding Bill Passes Amid Heightened Geopolitical Strife
22.4.2024
Amid ongoing global tensions, the price of gold remains robust at $2,391 per troy ounce, while bitcoin continues to trade at a 12% deficit from its peak value. Recently, the U.S. House of Representatives approved a series of funding bills for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. Following the bill’s...
Economist Peter Schiff Declares ‘Bitcoin Fad is Over’ as Gold Prices Soar
19.4.2024
After the overnight Israeli retaliatory strikes against Iran, gold prices have settled around $2,388 per ounce, having briefly touched the $2,400 mark right after the events. Over the last five days, gold has increased by 1.85%, while bitcoin has declined by 8% since the onset of the conflict last...
World Gold Council Sees Gold as Underowned, Forecasts Continued Rally
18.4.2024
The World Gold Council, an authority in global gold markets, expects the recent gold price rally to continue, supported by geopolitical risks, steady central bank purchases, and demand for coin and jewelry. The council also sees gold ETFs fueling a future rise in prices given their precious...
Peter Schiff Explains Why Gold’s Price Is Rising — Warns Bitcoin Is a ‘Gigantic Bubble’
17.4.2024
Economist and gold bug Peter Schiff has explained why the price of gold is rising, warning that bitcoin is a “gigantic bubble.” He expects gold to be in “double digits” by next year. Meanwhile, he said that bitcoin is in a bear market and the price of the cryptocurrency...
Exploding Gold Sales at Pawnshops Offers Lesson for Bitcoin Bulls
16.4.2024
As always, rising prices bring forth boosted supplies
Goldman Sachs Raises Gold Price Forecast to $2,700, Acknowledges Rise Not Caused by Usual Macro Factors
15.4.2024
Goldman Sachs, a leading investment banking institution, has updated its gold price forecast due to the unforeseen strong performance of the metal in 2024. In a note directed to investors, the bank expects gold to reach $2,700 per ounce by year’s end, pushed by non-traditional factors....
Gold and Silver Weather the Storm as Middle East Unrest Shakes Crypto Markets
14.4.2024
Over the weekend, cryptocurrency assets saw a significant drop, with the crypto economy shedding more than 5% to fall to $2.3 trillion, while precious metals also saw declines, albeit less severe than the digital currency sector. Amidst the ongoing turmoil in the Middle East, gold fell by 1.18%...
Costco Gold Business Booming: Estimations Put Monthly Sales Close to $200 Million
12.4.2024
According to Wells Fargo estimations, U.S.-based retailer Costco runs a $200 million gold business monthly. Consumer trust in the organization and its aggressive pricing have made Costco’s one-ounce bars of 24-karat gold a popular choice for investors, who take advantage of 2% over market...
Rate Cuts Could be ‘Out the Window’ After March CPI Data Reveals Stubborn Inflation, Tradestation Exec Says
10.4.2024
The U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) experienced a higher increase than anticipated in March, climbing by 0.4% over the month to reach 3.5%. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the rise was primarily fueled by increases in shelter and gasoline costs. This acceleration in the inflation rate...
Central Banks Kept Purchasing Gold in February; China Continues Gold Run
8.4.2024
Central banks kept up demand for gold in February, registering net purchases of 19 tonnes. Albeit the purchasing trend continued, purchases fell 58% compared to January’s demand, according to IMF and World Gold Council numbers. China reported the largest gold accumulation, acquiring 12 tonnes...
Bitcoin vs Gold: Peter Brandt Asks Peter Schiff to Put Things in Broader Perspective
8.4.2024
Veteran trader and renowned chartist Peter Brandt has urged gold bug Peter Schiff to “put things in a broader perspective” when comparing gold to bitcoin. Schiff ramped up his criticism of the crypto this week as the price of gold rose and bitcoin dipped slightly. “I expect...