The National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA) announced on Friday the launch of a “Pilot Program of Insurance Funds Investing in Gold,” a move that could reshape China’s gold market. The program is designed to achieve several objectives: broaden the range of investment options available to insurance funds, improve asset allocation strategies, and strengthen insurers’ ability … Read more

Gold inflows into Shanghai Futures Exchange warehouses have reached a record high as traders take advantage of a price gap between expensive futures contracts and cheaper spot gold. With futures trading at a premium due to strong speculative demand, banks and traders are delivering physical gold to exchange storage to capture arbitrage profits. John Reade, … Read more

Gold and silver market update — May 13, 2026 Key Takeaways India doubled gold and silver import duties from 6% to 15% on May 13, 2026 to defend the rupee — adding roughly $704 per ounce to the import cost of gold at current prices. Short-term demand will soften, but postponed purchases typically return. The … Read more

Russian communications regulator Roskomnadzor has blocked the cryptocurrency exchange platform BestChange, citing violations related to the “financial sphere.” The regulator did not specify the exact nature of the infractions. BestChange has stated that it is cooperating with the Central Bank of Russia to clarify the situation and work toward a resolution. The platform is engaging … Read more

Could gold be subject to U.S. import tariffs? The World Gold Council says it is possible, though not likely at present. WGC strategist Joe Cavatoni points out that while gold is not currently designated a strategic or critical mineral, changing political priorities and logistical concerns mean the situation could evolve. Cavatoni explains that because gold … Read more

Gold prices fell 2.5% this week, marking their weakest weekly performance in more than a month. The slide followed signals from the Federal Reserve that fewer interest-rate cuts are likely, and came as tensions between Israel and Iran showed signs of easing temporarily. President Trump said he will decide within two weeks whether the U.S. … Read more

Can’t decide whether to buy gold now or wait? We reviewed historical data to determine whether there’s a best time of year to buy gold. Is there one? Let’s start at the beginning. Why Buy Gold? Gold is rarely bought in isolation. Most investors include gold as part of a diversified portfolio and set their … Read more

Brandon Sauerwein, Editor Gold Has Nearly Doubled the S&P 500 Over Past 12 Months Gold’s recent run has rewarded long-term supporters. Since February 2024 the metal has climbed more than 46%, roughly twice the gain of the S&P 500 over the same period. That performance has reinforced the case for gold as a portfolio hedge—whether … Read more

America now spends more on interest for its national debt than on defending the country. That shift occurred quietly and largely unnoticed by the public — but gold has been signaling it loudly. On Friday, April 17, 2026, gold closed at $4,867 per ounce, up 1.65% on the day, more than 41% higher than a … Read more

According to a Bank of America review of recent corporate earnings calls, executives are expressing a level of economic pessimism not seen since the 2009 financial crisis. The bank’s analysis finds a marked shift in tone as company leaders grapple with a range of uncertainties that are affecting forecasts and capital allocation decisions. One prominent … Read more