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The Staatliche Münze Berlin, or the State Mint of Belin, sometimes referred to as SMB, is one of five official German mints. The first mention of the Berlin Mint dates back to documents from 1280. Historical Significance of SMB The Staatliche Münze Berlin has a rich historical significance in Germany and Europe. Joining the German mint system with the passing of the German Coinage Act in 1871, it has played a crucial role in minting coins for various German states and, later, for the unified German Empire. The mint has produced a wide range of coins throughout its history, reflecting…
At RMIT University in Melbourne, a team of researchers has developed a type of gold-based ink that changes colour depending on how it’s viewed. This is thanks to a phenomenon known as surface plasmon resonance — the way gold nanoparticles interact with light at different angles. These nano-enabled inks could be printed onto labels or packaging to create unique visual signatures that are incredibly difficult to replicate. While still in development, the technology holds strong potential for sectors where provenance and product trust are paramount, such as Australian wine, honey, and designer fashion.The CSIRO has also explored the use of…
Newsquawk Highlights include Nvidia earnings, FOMC Minutes, US PCE, RBNZ, Australia CPI and OPEC JMMC Newsquawk Week Ahead: 26th-30th May 2025 MON: US Holiday (Memorial Day), UK Holiday (Bank Holiday) TUE: NBH Policy Announcement; German GfK (Jun), French Prelim. CPI (May), EZ Consumer Confidence (May), US Durable Goods (Apr), Dallas Fed (May) WED: RBNZ Policy Announcement, FOMC Minutes (May), Riksbank Financial Stability Report, OPEC JMMC; Australian CPI (Apr), German Unemployment (May), US MBA (w/e 19th May), Richmond Fed (May), Nvidia (NVDA) earnings THU: Swiss & Scandinavian Holiday (Ascension Day), BoK & SARB Policy Announcements; US GDP 2nd…
The spotlight is back on U.S. supply chains after President Trump threatened new E.U. and smartphone tariffs
First and foremost, investing in gold or silver should be viewed as an approach to wealth preservation rather than for its ‘rate of return’. Over the decades and centuries, precious metals have proved effective as a hedge against inflation and fiat currency devaluation. In this analysis, investment in gold and silver refers to purchasing physical gold and silver in the form of sovereign-minted bullion coins, bars from reputable refiners or allocated gold and silver platforms. Is gold or silver a better investment? Gold and silver are considered a favourable investment over many other types of assets. Here are the four…
In recent times, there has been a noticeable increase in interest in gold investments, driven by inflation, geopolitical tensions, and economic instability. Gold can be invested in various ways, including gold IRAs, gold stocks, or the more traditional route of purchasing gold bars and coins. If you’re contemplating buying gold bars or coins in 2024, it’s crucial to understand when this might be a prudent choice. Here’s a detailed guide to help you decide. The Appeal of Tangible Assets One of the main advantages of buying physical gold is its tangibility. Unlike stocks or bonds, gold is something you…
This last week we saw some significant reversal activity in the Forex market. For weeks, the USD had pounded (no pun intended) on most majors with no end in sight. The question on everyone’s mind: Can the USD reversal momentum continue, or is it just a knee bend before the next upward spike? Consider The Technicals Technically speaking, the charts are giving us some clear indications. But, unfortunately, it’s as clear as mud. On the one hand, it’s been vastly overbought these past few weeks, and yet, depending on your chart time, we haven’t gotten close to our first Fibonacci retracement…
Volatility favors the bulls for now, with the S&P 500’s upside target near 6,150.
Do you know the history behind the World Gold Council and its significant impact on the gold industry? This organization influences the mining industry as well as corporate gold buyers and sellers. Today, we’ll delve into the history of this organization, as well as its mission and some of the industry standards the Council has founded that “build confidence in the gold market by creating and upholding standards for transparency and integrity across the gold value chain.” The Founding of the World Gold Council The World Gold Council was founded in 1987 after a merger with South African company Intergold.…
In a year marked by monetary uncertainty and geopolitical tension, the 2025 edition of the In Gold We Trust report arrives with timely insights. Co-authored by Ronald-Peter Stöferle of Incrementum AG, the report explores the evolving role of gold as a strategic asset — and what the coming phase of this secular bull market may hold. In a recent interview with BullionStar, Stöferle discussed the themes behind this year’s report, titled The Big Long, and offered a comprehensive perspective on gold’s positioning within an increasingly fractured financial system. History Doesn’t Repeat, But It Rhymes The report’s title draws a parallel…