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Jun 2026
Weekly round-up for StoneX
Gold ETFs in reverse; COMEX gold managed money saw small increases on both sides in the week to 23rd June; silver saw long liquidation and a small decrease in shorts as both prices eased Gold slips briefly below $4,000: silver:gold ratio closely tracking the US 2Y yield Gold, now below all four key moving averages –Death Cross completed but onl... Read more
Jun 2026
Weekly round-up for Stonex Bullion
Gold COMEX Managed Money positions only date to 9th June, due to Juneteenth last week. Some liquidation and fresh shorts. ETFs nudging slightly higher The Royal Tudor Beasts; Royal Dragon 2026 StoneX Bullion GmbH The gold and silver markets remain in thrall to external factors and are still reluctant to move either way. Among the more tangi... Read more
Jun 2026
The StoneX Bullion 1 kg Silver Bar: A Coin in Bar Form for Collectors and Investors
The name StoneX has long been associated with credibility, security and expertise in the precious metals trade. For investors and collectors who want an exclusive product that carries that reputation in physical form, the StoneX Bullion 1 Kilo Silver Coin Bar is one of the company’s flagship pieces. With more than 100,000 sold, it has become one of... Read more
Jun 2026
Gold Maple Leaf vs Gold Krugerrand: Which Should You Buy?
The Gold Maple Leaf and the Gold Krugerrand represent two philosophies of bullion: the Maple Leaf chases maximum purity, while the Krugerrand — the original bullion coin — favours durability and rock-bottom premiums. This guide compares the Gold Maple Leaf and the Gold Krugerrand on purity, tax, premiums, security and resale value, so you can deci... Read more
Jun 2026
Gold Maple Leaf vs Gold American Eagle: Which Should You Buy?
The Gold Maple Leaf and the Gold American Eagle are North America's two great bullion coins — one prized for record purity, the other for durability and a beloved classic design. Neither is CGT-free in the UK, so the choice comes down to metal, premium and preference. This guide compares the Gold Maple Leaf and the Gold American Eagle on purity, t... Read more
Jun 2026
Gold Britannia vs Gold Philharmonic: Which Should You Buy?
The Gold Britannia and the Gold Vienna Philharmonic are both pure 24-carat coins from respected national mints — and both Europe's best-sellers in their home markets. For UK investors, tax tips an otherwise close contest. This guide compares the Gold Britannia and the Gold Philharmonic on purity, tax, premiums, security and resale value, so you ca... Read more
Jun 2026
Weekly round-up for Stonex Bullion
Gold COMEX Managed Money shorts at their lowest since the end-January price peak; bear signal? Warsh sworn in, Trump resumes pressure for a rate cut, NonFarm points the other way (or does it?), ECB reports gold as largest Official Sector reserve asset at end-2025 The Royal Tudor Beasts; Royal Dragon 2026 StoneX Bullion GmbH Down across the b... Read more
Jun 2026
Gold Britannia vs Gold Sovereign: Which Should You Buy?
The Gold Britannia and the Gold Sovereign are both Royal Mint icons and both CGT-free for UK investors — so here the contest isn't about tax, but about size, history and how you like to buy and sell your gold. This guide compares the Gold Britannia and the Gold Sovereign on purity, tax, premiums, security and resale value, so you can decide which... Read more
Jun 2026
Is Gold Heavier Than Silver? The Density of Gold and Silver
If you’ve ever held gold and silver, you might have noticed that gold feels surprisingly heavy for its size. A small gold bar could feel just as heavy – if not heavier – than a much larger silver bar. This difference comes down to density. Even though a 1 oz gold bar weighs exactly the same as a 1 oz silver bar, gold is far denser than silver. Th... Read more
Jun 2026
Weekly round -up for Stonex Bullion
Warsh sworn in, European Central Bank likely to hike this month, gold and silver still meandering in thin conditions The Royal Tudor Beasts; Royal Dragon 2026 StoneX Bullion GmbH The precious metals markets remain hamstrung, with persistently narrow ranges and sentiment appears to be souring. Gold ETFs are dribbling out metal; the latest... Read more