⛏Russia and China Leverage Gold to Bypass Western Sanctions

Russia and China Leverage Gold to Bypass Western Sanctions
Amid Western sanctions, Russia is increasingly using gold to sustain trade and fund defense, including drone purchases from Iran. China has emerged as a key partner, supporting workaround strategies like gold-for-goods payments and trading through Hong Kong. Both nations aim to build a de-dollarized bloc, with gold as a cornerstone. Read on »

Vedanta to Invest $2 Billion in Saudi Copper Projects
Vedanta Copper, a subsidiary of India’s Vedanta Limited (NSE: VEDL), has announced plans to invest $2 billion in copper-processing facilities in Saudi Arabia, a fresh boost to the kingdom’s aspirations to establish itself as a global hub for metals and mining. Read on »

Money Supply Growth Continues to Accelerate
Money Supply growth is accelerating, with a 15-week rise to multi-year highs, fueling inflation concerns. Historical trends suggest renewed inflationary pressures could emerge, amplified by Fed rate cuts. Liquidity boosts have driven stock market highs, but analysts caution about potential volatility as economic risks tied to monetary expansion intensify. Read on »

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