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Gold Price Driven by Production
Gold acts as a stable store of purchasing power, not a speculative gamble. Its long-term value closely tracks production costs, especially the AISC metric. These costs continue rising amid labor inflation, environmental standards, and resource depletion. With new mine development requiring up to 20 years, gold’s price cycles mirror the mining cycle. Read on »
Man-Made Gold Disrupts Markets
Scientists have come closer than ever to creating gold through nuclear transmutation. While current methods aren't economically feasible, a breakthrough could send gold prices into freefall. If artificial gold becomes scalable, it could unravel gold-backed reserves, devastate mining economies, and challenge centuries-old concepts of value and scarcity in finance. Read on »
Gold Stabilizes After Recent Dip
Following a sharp pullback on delayed tariffs and stronger U.S. data, gold has reclaimed some ground but faces headwinds. Resistance holds firm, and a stronger dollar continues to suppress demand. A close watch on Fed rate cut cues and market volatility will shape gold’s next directional move. Read on »
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