Sep 2024
How Much Gold Can You Travel With and What Are The Rules? (2025 Limits)
Whether you’re travelling for business, pleasure, or moving to a new country, it’s important to know the rules around transporting gold bullion. In this article, we’ll explore how much gold you can legally travel with to different countries and share tips to securely transport your precious metal across borders.Can I travel internationally with gol... Read more
Sep 2024
The British Gold Sovereign - All You Need to Know
The British Gold Sovereign, ‘the Chief Coin of the World’ is one of the most highly treasured gold coins. First introduced in 1489 under Henry VII, the Sovereign has evolved from being a widely-used circulation coin to becoming a bullion coin sought-after by both investors and collectors alike. With a history spanning more than 500 years, it is the... Read more
Sep 2024
Gold's Bull Run: Key Insights on Market Movements, CPI, and FOMC Rate Decisions
This is a highly truncated report this week as your writer tested positive for COVID yesterday and needs to go back to bed!Gold’s consolidation over ten days or so laid the foundations for higher prices with a bull run starting last Wednesday, $2,600 is in sightUS CPI was in line with expectations; PPI was marginally higher than expected (services... Read more
Sep 2024
The Britannia Coin - All You Need to Know
Britannia coins are the Royal Mint's flagship bullion coin. First introduced in 1987 with the release of the Gold Britannia, these coins feature an iconic portrayal of their namesake, Lady Britannia, the personification of Britain. Today, Britannia coins are some of the highest-purity gold, silver, and platinum bullion coins available. In this gui... Read more
Sep 2024
Where is the best place to sell gold?
The year 2024 has led to a veritable gold rush in Germany - as gold has risen to a new record high. Many Germans are taking the opportunity to sell their coins and bars or turn old gold into cash. One thing is certain: gold has been a valuable commodity for centuries and is still a popular investment today - but situations can always arise in which... Read more
Sep 2024
Gold vs Shares - FTSE 100. Should I buy physical gold over FTSE 100 shares?
Should you invest in gold or shares, like the FTSE 100? If you’re not sure where to put your money for the best returns, this article is for you. Below, we explore the benefits of investing in the FTSE 100 vs the benefits of investing in gold, and compare how these two investments have performed over the last two decades. What is the FTSE 100? Th... Read more
Sep 2024
Gold and Silver Markets: A Two-Week Consolidation Overview
Gold spends the fortnight consolidating just above $2,500This was needed after the run to new highs and overbought territorySilver, meanwhile, after its sharper rally, has retreated from $30 towards $28Central Bank policy has been the chief area of interest, in all the major regionsGold ETFs are rising, while silver is mixed Gold State of Play: a C... Read more
Aug 2024
Selling Gold: How to do it right
The record hunt for the price of gold led to a veritable gold rush in 2024, and gold had already put in an astonishing performance in previous years. There is great interest in the yellow metal as protection against crises and inflation. However, the high price of gold is also prompting many German citizens to consider whether they want to take adv... Read more
Aug 2024
Is There a Correlation Between the US Dollar and Gold Prices?
The relationship between the U.S. dollar and gold prices has been a topic of speculation and debate amongst investors for decades. While many view these assets as being inversely related - where the rise of one triggers the fall of the other - the correlation is far more complex. Over time, various economic factors, geopolitical events, and market... Read more
Aug 2024
Should You Invest in Silver Bars or Coins?
The two most popular ways to invest in physical silver is buying silver coins and silver bars. For many new investors, the choice between the two can be a tricky one to make. What are the differences between the two and which is best for your particular situation? In this guide, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about silver bars and coin... Read more