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Historically, March through June is the worst seasonal period for gold and silver prices. From 2004 to 2023, the average month-on-month rate of return on gold priced in U.S. dollars is as follows: March -0.03%, April -0.2% and June -0.25%.  This year, however, the price of gold rose 13.8% from $2,054 at the end of February to $2,338 at the end of June over those three months. The silver price rose 29% over the same three-month time period. Gold & Silver Defy Seasonal Price Patterns Two key factors could have enabled gold and silver prices to defy the monthly seasonal…

Gold Is Money, and Fiat Is Fragile Today, the US government officially announced a sweeping new wave of tariffs targeting strategic imports from China and other nations. These include increased duties on electric vehicles, semiconductors, solar panels, and key raw materials. While some portray this as “economic patriotism,” the reality for American consumers and investors is stark: higher prices, more inflation, and diminished purchasing power. What’s Really Going On? Tariffs are taxes, period. They might be aimed at foreign exporters, but make no mistake—American consumers and businesses bear the burden. This round of tariffs is designed to bolster domestic industries…

EUR/USD dips to 1.1296 after Trump announces steep tariffs on EU imports starting June 1.The pair rebounds to 1.1350 as US Dollar stays pressured by rising fiscal deficit concerns.Euro shrugs off ECB rate cut talk, supported by improving German GDP figures.EUR/USD recovered during the mid-North American session on Friday after diving below 1.1300 after US President Donald Trump rattled the markets by threatening to impose 50% tariffs on the European Union (EU). At the time of writing, the pair recovered and climbed to around 1.1350US President Donald Trump posted on his social network early Friday that discussions with the European…

Keith McCullough: “The two primary factors that lead me to make decisions in the U.S. bond market and for U.S. currency are both going up.”

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…