The dollar’s role as the primary reserve currency for the global economy allows the United States to borrow money more easily and impose painful financial sanctions. Other countries are beginning to consider alternatives... Anshu Siripurapu & Noah Berman
China has been on a full-out gold shopping spree — topping up its gold reserves each month for the last 12 months. . . .Dominic Frisby , Anna Golubova , Michelle Makori
The XAG/USD rallied sharply on Tuesday to above $23.00, up by 3%, with soft CPI data from the US and falling US yields contributing to the upward movements.... Patricio Martín
Three key sectors of global silver demand – industrial, jewelry and silverware – are significant drivers for annual silver consumption and accounted for nearly three-quarters of the world’s demand for silver in 2022.... Michael DiRienzo
Asia’s legendary appetite for gold is intact in the run-up to peak festival and wedding season, despite soaring prices due to the Israel-Gaza war.... Biman Mukherji
Gold and silver prices are higher in early U.S. trading Friday, boosted by a downbeat U.S. economic report that should assuage Federal Reserve Board members who are worried about a U.S. economy that is running too hot.... Jim Wyckoff
Foreign Secretary announces 29 new UK sanctions targeting individuals and entities operating in and supporting Russia's gold, oil and strategic sectors.... Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, National Crime Agency, and The Rt Hon James Cleverly MP